Pasta Shrimp

Dive into the divine flavors of this creamy Pasta Shrimp dish, a restaurant-quality recipe that you can easily recreate at home in just 30 minutes! Tender shrimp, sautéed in a blend of olive oil, butter, and aromatic garlic, are paired with perfectly cooked pasta, all smothered in a luxurious Parmesan cream sauce enhanced with a splash of zesty lemon juice and fresh parsley. This comforting dish strikes the perfect balance between elegance and simplicity, making it an ideal choice for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive meal for entertaining. Serve it with a sprinkle of extra Parmesan and a side of crusty bread for a complete and unforgettable dining experience. Keywords: pasta shrimp recipe, creamy shrimp pasta, easy weeknight dinner, Parmesan cream sauce, shrimp pasta with lemon.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine)
• 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter
• 4 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp parsley (chopped)
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel. Season them with a pinch of salt and black pepper.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining olive oil and butter. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 5

Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Allow the cream to heat through, then gradually stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it melts into the sauce.

Step 6

Add the lemon juice, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 7

Toss the cooked pasta in the skillet with the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add the reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 8

Gently fold the cooked shrimp back into the skillet with the pasta and sauce. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to warm the shrimp.

Step 9

Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley and Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1223.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2593.6

Total Fat 163.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 82.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 1271.6mg	0%
Sodium 3637.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 113.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.1g	0%
Total Sugars 3.0g
Protein 162.0g	0%

Vitamin D 815.6IU	0%
Calcium 1130.9mg	0%
Iron 6.2mg	0%
Potassium 1494.9mg	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: 57.2%

Protein: 25.2%

Carbs: 17.6%