Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta: Quick Dinner Delight (Print Version)
Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta is a quick and flavorful dinner. Enjoy tender shrimp, al dente pasta, and a rich garlic cream sauce in under 30 minutes.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 10 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Italian
# Ingredients:
→ The Pasta Canvas
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12 oz linguine or fettuccine
→ Garlic Shrimp Sizzle
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1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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2 tbsp unsalted butter
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1 tbsp olive oil
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6 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
→ Velvety Cream Sauce
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1 1/2 cups heavy cream
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1/2 cup chicken broth
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1/2 tsp dried oregano
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1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped, plus more for garnish
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Grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish
# Instructions:
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Boil a large pot of salted water. Add 12 oz linguine or fettuccine and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta. This is the foundation for your Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta | Quick Dinner Delight.
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While pasta cooks, pat dry 1 lb large shrimp. In a large skillet, melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter with 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
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In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add 6 cloves garlic, minced, and 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic. This aromatic base is key to the Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta | Quick Dinner Delight.
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Pour in 1 1/2 cups heavy cream and 1/2 cup chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. Stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese and 1/2 tsp dried oregano. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste.
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Add the cooked linguine or fettuccine to the sauce. Toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water a splash at a time if the sauce is too thick. Stir in 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice.
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Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet. Gently toss everything together until well combined and heated through. Stir in 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped. This completes your delicious Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta | Quick Dinner Delight.
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Divide the Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta | Quick Dinner Delight among four plates. Garnish generously with additional fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately and savor this quick dinner delight!
# Notes:
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Don't skip reserving pasta water! It's starchy and helps emulsify the sauce, making it cling beautifully to the pasta.
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Shrimp cook very quickly. Remove them from the pan as soon as they turn pink to prevent them from becoming rubbery. They'll finish cooking when added back to the warm sauce.
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Fresh parsley and lemon juice are crucial for brightening the rich sauce. Don't substitute with dried parsley for the garnish.
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Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of milk or broth to loosen the sauce.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Large pot
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Large skillet
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Tongs
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Measuring cups
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Measuring spoons
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Cutting board
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Chef's knife
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 846 kcal
Total Fat: 45 g
Total Carbohydrate: 66 g
Protein: 38 g