Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta: An Easy Indulgence for Dinner Nights
A rich and flavorful pasta dish featuring succulent shrimp in a creamy garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and add garlic. Sauté until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the parmesan cheese and mix until smooth.
- Add the cooked fettuccine and toss to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper, and garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Serve immediately for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta
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