Spicy Creamy Low Fat Shrimp Pasta

Satisfy your cravings without the guilt with this Spicy Creamy Low Fat Shrimp Pasta, a quick and nutritious dinner that’s packed with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Featuring tender whole wheat spaghetti, succulent shrimp, and a lusciously smooth low-fat cream cheese sauce, this dish is spiced with fragrant garlic, red chili flakes, and a hint of cayenne for a fiery kick. Balanced by a touch of Parmesan and fresh parsley, the creamy sauce is made lighter with low-sodium chicken broth for a health-conscious twist. Ready in just 30 minutes, this vibrant pasta dish is perfect for weeknight meals or entertaining guests, offering a restaurant-quality experience in the comfort of your kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 oz whole wheat spaghetti
• 1 lb raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tsp red chili flakes
• 4 oz low-fat cream cheese
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp paprika
• 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red chili flakes, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the shrimp to the skillet. Sprinkle with paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 2-3 minutes per side until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Lower the heat to medium-low. Add the low-fat cream cheese and chicken broth to the same skillet. Stir until the cream cheese is fully melted and the sauce becomes smooth, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and lemon juice. If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.

Step 6

Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy sauce. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and gently mix to combine.

Step 7

Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the pasta and adjust seasoning with additional salt or black pepper, if needed.

Step 8

Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley or Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1103.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1268.4

Total Fat 44.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 917.8mg	0%
Sodium 1415.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 77.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.3g	0%
Total Sugars 8.2g
Protein 140.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 771.4mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 1961.2mg	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: 31.3%

Protein: 44.3%

Carbs: 24.4%