Buttered Fettuccine with Shrimp
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistibly rich and satisfying Buttered Fettuccine with Shrimp recipe! Featuring tender al dente fettuccine coated in a luxurious garlic-butter and lemon sauce, this dish highlights plump, succulent shrimp perfectly seasoned with a touch of red pepper flakes for optional heat. Fresh parsley adds a pop of brightness, while a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese takes the flavor to the next level. Ready in just 30 minutes, this seafood pasta delight is perfect for elegant entertaining or an indulgent family meal. Perfectly balanced between simplicity and decadence, this recipe will quickly become a favorite at your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining, then set the pasta aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, if using. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Stir in the lemon juice to create a buttery sauce.
Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta evenly in the butter sauce. If the pasta looks dry, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss gently to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes to warm everything through.
Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the dish with fresh parsley. Optionally, top with grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
Serve the buttered fettuccine with shrimp immediately, with additional Parmesan cheese on the side if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2678 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.3 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.4 g | 277% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1091 mg | 364% | |
| Sodium | 3786 mg | 165% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 258.8 g | 94% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.2 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.1 g | ||
| Protein | 175.7 g | 351% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1032 mg | 79% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1427 mg | 30% | |
*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.
