Spicy Creamy Shrimp Over Lemon Garlic Pasta Pappardelle's Pasta

Elevate your dinner with this indulgent Spicy Creamy Shrimp Over Lemon Garlic Pappardelle Pasta—a mouthwatering fusion of bold flavors and elegant textures. Succulent shrimp are sautéed with paprika and a touch of heat from crushed red pepper flakes, then enveloped in a velvety lemon garlic cream sauce enhanced by Parmesan cheese. The wide, ribbon-like pappardelle pasta perfectly captures the rich sauce while the bright zing of lemon zest and juice balances the dish beautifully. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for brightness, this 40-minute recipe is perfect for weeknight indulgence or an elegant dinner party centerpiece. Whether you're a fan of creamy pasta or seafood recipes with a kick, this dish promises to satisfy and impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz Pappardelle pasta
• 1 lb Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 3 tbsp Unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 4 Garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 tbsp Lemon zest
• 2 tbsp Lemon juice
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
• 1 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
• 0 n/a Water (for boiling pasta)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the shrimp and season with paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the crushed red pepper flakes, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Cook for 1 minute to let the flavors meld.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream. Stir well, then gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is creamy. If the sauce is too thick, use the reserved pasta cooking water to thin it out, one tablespoon at a time.

Step 6

Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and stir to coat them in the sauce.

Step 7

Add the cooked pappardelle pasta to the skillet and toss to combine, ensuring the sauce coats the pasta evenly.

Step 8

Season the dish with additional salt and black pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Step 9

Serve immediately, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1641.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4101.9

Total Fat 222.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 118.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1408.4mg	0%
Sodium 6931.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 271.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.2g	0%
Total Sugars 8.0g
Protein 245.1g	0%

Vitamin D 811.1IU	0%
Calcium 2912.3mg	0%
Iron 9.4mg	0%
Potassium 2129.8mg	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: 49.2%

Protein: 24.1%

Carbs: 26.7%