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Emma

Creamy Marry Me Shrimp Pasta that will wow your taste buds!

A delicious and creamy shrimp pasta dish that is sure to impress your taste buds.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 620
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces fettuccine or linguine pasta
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to taste
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp to the skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in the heavy cream and let it cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Add the grated Parmesan cheese and lemon juice, stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
  6. Return the shrimp to the skillet, mixing well to coat them in the sauce. Add the cooked pasta and toss until everything is well combined.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
  • Add vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra color and nutrition.

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