Shells with Mushrooms and Shrimp

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this decadent Shells with Mushrooms and Shrimp recipe, a perfect blend of tender jumbo pasta shells, succulent shrimp, and earthy baby bella mushrooms all enveloped in a luxurious garlic-Parmesan cream sauce. Ready in just 40 minutes, this dish combines comforting textures and bold flavors, with a hint of red pepper flakes for optional heat. The balance of olive oil and butter creates a rich base for sautéing, while fresh parsley adds a burst of herbaceous brightness. Ideal for seafood lovers or anyone seeking an elegant, restaurant-quality dish at home, this recipe shines as a main course that is as simple to make as it is to enjoy. Serve it piping hot with crusty bread for soaking up every last drop of the velvety sauce.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 pieces jumbo pasta shells
• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 8 ounces baby bella mushrooms, sliced
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain, rinse in cold water, and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and tender. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper, then remove the mushrooms from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil and butter. Add the shrimp in a single layer and sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp and set aside.

Step 5

To the empty skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Stir in the Parmesan cheese and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 7

Return the cooked mushrooms and shrimp to the skillet, tossing gently to coat them in the creamy sauce.

Step 8

Add the cooked pasta shells to the skillet, stirring carefully to combine. Let everything heat through for 2-3 minutes.

Step 9

Sprinkle with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Step 10

Serve immediately, garnished with a touch of extra parsley for color and freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1078.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1927.8

Total Fat 142.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 70.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1202.8mg	0%
Sodium 3582.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 31.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.0g	0%
Total Sugars 5.7g
Protein 124.9g	0%

Vitamin D 15.9IU	0%
Calcium 402.4mg	0%
Iron 4.7mg	0%
Potassium 2061.1mg	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: 67.2%

Protein: 26.1%

Carbs: 6.7%