Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta: Indulgent Comfort Food Made Easy
Learn how to make a delicious creamy garlic shrimp pasta that is perfect for any occasion. This indulgent comfort food is easy to prepare and will impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper, stirring until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth.
- Toss in the cooked fettuccine and mix well.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add lemon juice to the sauce.
- Pair with a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 300 mg