Creamy Shrimp Pasta
Ingredients
- 12 ozshrimp
- peeled and deveined
- 8 ozpasta
- fettuccine, spaghetti, or your choice
- 2 tbspbutter
- 1 tbspolive oil
- 3garlic cloves
- minced
- 1 cheavy cream
- ⅓ cwhite wine
- or chicken broth
- ½ cparmesan cheese
- freshly grated
- 1lemon
- juiced
- 1 tspitalian seasoning
- ½ tsppaprika
- - to tastesalt and pepper
- ¼ tspred pepper flakes
- optional, for heat
- 2 tbspfresh parsley
- chopped, for garnish
- extra parmesan
- for serving
- lemon wedges
- optional, for serving
Directions
- 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Tip: Water should taste like the sea.
- 2
Pat shrimp dry, season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Mince garlic, measure all other ingredients.
- 3
Cook pasta until al dente. Before draining, reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
- 4
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Cook shrimp in a single layer, about 2 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- 5
In same skillet, melt butter. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds until fragrant. Add wine, simmer 2–3 minutes to reduce by half. Stir in cream, Italian seasoning, and Parmesan. Simmer gently until smooth.
- 6
Add pasta to sauce and toss to coat. Add reserved pasta water gradually to reach desired consistency.
- 7
Return shrimp to skillet and heat through. Add lemon juice and parsley. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- 8
Garnish with extra Parmesan and lemon wedges.
Creamy Shrimp Pasta
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About this Recipe
Craving a quick yet elegant dinner that tastes like it came from your favorite Italian restaurant? This Creamy Shrimp Pasta recipe delivers tender shrimp swimming in a rich, velvety garlic-parmesan sauce, all ready in just 25 minutes. It’s perfect for busy weeknights and feels like dining out—without the hassle.
What makes this dish truly special is its perfect balance of speed and flavor. By using pantry staples and focusing on building a deeply savory garlic-parmesan cream sauce, you achieve a sophisticated meal in a fraction of the time, making it ideal for even your busiest evenings. The careful combination of heavy cream, freshly grated Parmesan, bright lemon, and aromatic Italian seasoning creates a deeply satisfying experience.
Prepare for a delightful explosion of flavors and textures. You'll enjoy plump, tender shrimp nestled among your choice of pasta, all coated in a luxurious, silky sauce. Each bite offers the comforting richness of heavy cream and Parmesan, brightened by a hint of lemon and infused with aromatic garlic and Italian seasoning. A subtle warmth from paprika rounds out the profile, with optional red pepper flakes adding a gentle kick for those who like a touch of heat. This naturally elegant dish truly feels like a special occasion meal, despite its effortless preparation.
This versatile recipe welcomes your personal touch. While fettuccine or spaghetti are classic choices, feel free to use your favorite pasta shape. If white wine isn't on hand, chicken broth makes an excellent substitute for the liquid base. For a touch of spice, be sure to include the red pepper flakes, or omit them for a milder flavor.
Perfect for a weeknight dinner when you desire something a little extra, or even for a casual dinner party. Garnish generously with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese, and offer lemon wedges on the side for a burst of freshness.