Creamy Shrimp Fettuccine

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this irresistibly rich and flavorful Creamy Shrimp Fettuccine recipe! Tender fettuccine noodles are tossed in a luscious garlic-Parmesan cream sauce, infused with a hint of zesty lemon and perfectly seasoned shrimp. This 30-minute dish combines buttery sautéed shrimp, fresh parsley, and a touch of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick, making it an elegant yet easy-to-make meal. Perfect for seafood lovers, this pasta is ideal for date nights, special occasions, or cozy family dinners. Serve this creamy shrimp pasta with a crisp green salad and garlic bread for a restaurant-worthy experience in your own kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz Fettuccine pasta
• 1 lb Large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
• 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1.5 cups Parmesan cheese (grated)
• 2 tbsp Lemon juice
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.25 tsp Red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped)

Directions

Step 1

Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.

Step 2

Pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel and season lightly with salt and pepper.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes per side, or until pink and cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, or until fragrant.

Step 5

Pour in the heavy cream and stir gently to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.

Step 6

Stir in the grated parmesan cheese, one handful at a time, until completely melted and the sauce is smooth.

Step 7

Add the lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using), stirring well to combine.

Step 8

Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, then add the drained pasta. Toss everything together to coat the pasta evenly in the creamy sauce. Add a splash of reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the pasta with fresh parsley.

Step 10

Serve immediately, optionally topping with extra parmesan and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1503.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4448.9

Total Fat 239.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 131.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.7g
Cholesterol 1473.5mg	0%
Sodium 8739.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 271.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.2g	0%
Total Sugars 13.3g
Protein 288.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 4147.4mg	0%
Iron 2.8mg	0%
Potassium 1683.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.1%

Protein: 26.2%

Carbs: 24.7%