Description
A quick and delicious recipe for creamy garlic shrimp pasta that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add some reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy sauce. Add the cooked fettuccine and mix until well combined.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
- Add vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 0mg