Creamy Shrimp Alfredo
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of this Creamy Shrimp Alfredo, a timeless classic that's perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This dish combines tender fettuccine pasta with succulent, perfectly seared shrimp, all smothered in a rich and velvety homemade Alfredo sauce. Made with real heavy cream, garlic, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, the sauce is perfectly seasoned and customizable in thickness with reserved pasta water. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this one-pan wonder is ready in just 30 minutes and serves up four satisfying portions. Whether you're a pasta lover or a seafood enthusiast, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality results in the comfort of your own kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled, deveined)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Season the shrimp with salt and black pepper. Add the shrimp to the skillet 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, melt 4 tablespoons of butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese, a little at a time, until the sauce is smooth and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add some of the reserved pasta cooking water to reach your desired consistency.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet along with the drained fettuccine. Toss everything together to coat the pasta and shrimp evenly in the sauce.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley for a pop of color and freshness, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4419 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 279.7 g | 359% | |
| Saturated Fat | 152.9 g | 764% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1610 mg | 537% | |
| Sodium | 4249 mg | 185% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 253.6 g | 92% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.3 g | ||
| Protein | 200.5 g | 401% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1524 mg | 117% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1229 mg | 26% | |
*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.
