Creamy Shrimp Pasta
Indulge in the rich flavors of creamy shrimp pasta, a dish that combines tender spaghetti with succulent shrimp and a velvety garlic cream sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is quick to prepare, yet offers restaurant-quality taste. Each bite is a delightful explosion of flavors that will transport you to an Italian seaside bistro, making it a favorite for family gatherings or date nights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the spaghetti in salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, then sauté the shrimp for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Pour in heavy cream and stir until slightly thickened.
- Add Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon zest.
- Return the shrimp to the skillet with drained spaghetti; toss until well coated in sauce.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 220mg