Description
Creamy and comforting, this Shrimp Alfredo Pasta brings together tender fettuccine, juicy shrimp, and a luscious Parmesan garlic sauce in under 30 minutes. Perfect for a cozy dinner or an elegant meal with guests.
Ingredients
12 oz fettuccine pasta
1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 tbsp butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/4 cups heavy cream
1 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook fettuccine until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain.
2. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 2–3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, melt remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
4. Pour in heavy cream, stirring constantly. Simmer for 3–4 minutes.
5. Whisk in grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth. Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper to taste.
6. Add drained pasta and cooked shrimp to the sauce. Toss well, adding pasta water as needed.
7. Let it warm through for 1–2 minutes, then garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best texture.
Do not overcook shrimp—they cook quickly and become rubbery if overdone.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat gently with a splash of milk or cream.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 255mg
Keywords: shrimp, pasta, Alfredo, creamy, seafood