Creamy Pesto Shrimp with Linguine
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Pesto Shrimp with Linguine recipe, a luxurious fusion of fresh seafood, aromatic basil pesto, and silky Parmesan cream sauce. Perfectly cooked linguine serves as the base for juicy, tender shrimp pan-seared in olive oil, while a decadent combination of heavy cream and vibrant pesto creates a velvety sauce that clings to every strand of pasta. The dish is finished with a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan and a touch of fresh basil for a gourmet flourish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this hassle-free recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or an effortless date-night meal. Bursting with flavor and easy to prepare, this creamy pasta delivers restaurant-quality results every time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz linguine
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup prepared basil pesto
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- as desired fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the linguine according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining. Set the linguine aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and prepared basil pesto. Mix well to combine and heat the sauce for 2-3 minutes.
Add the cooked linguine to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency.
Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss gently to combine. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat everything through.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3300 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 232.4 g | 298% | |
| Saturated Fat | 85.4 g | 427% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1225 mg | 408% | |
| Sodium | 6972 mg | 303% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 126.0 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.9 g | ||
| Protein | 173.1 g | 346% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1493 mg | 115% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 1586 mg | 34% | |
*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.
