Awesome Shrimp Over Pasta
Treat yourself to a restaurant-quality dinner at home with this irresistible recipe for Awesome Shrimp Over Pasta. Featuring plump, succulent shrimp seared to perfection and tossed with al dente spaghetti or linguine in a luscious garlic butter sauce, this dish is a true flavor-packed delight. Enhanced with vibrant notes of fresh parsley, tangy lemon juice, and a touch of red pepper flakes for subtle heat, the sauce is perfectly balanced and effortlessly coats each strand of pasta. A sprinkle of Parmesan cheese adds a savory finish that ties everything together. Ready in under 40 minutes, this easy shrimp pasta recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it hot, garnished with extra parsley or cheese, and watch everyone ask for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 12 oz spaghetti or linguine
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 3 tbsp parsley, chopped
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then drain and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season with a pinch of salt and black pepper on both sides.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter with the olive oil. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer and let it reduce slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Allow it to melt, creating a silky sauce.
Return the shrimp to the skillet, along with the cooked pasta. Toss everything together to coat the pasta and shrimp in the sauce. If the sauce seems too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it.
Stir in the chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and black pepper, if necessary.
Serve immediately in bowls, optionally garnished with extra parsley or Parmesan. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
648 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.8 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 3564 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 110.7 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.6 g | ||
| Protein | 29.6 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 267 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 266 mg | 6% | |
*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.
