Fast and Easy Shrimp Pasta
Ready in just 25 minutes, this Fast and Easy Shrimp Pasta recipe is the ultimate solution for busy weeknights or elegant last-minute dinners. Juicy, perfectly seasoned shrimp are sautéed in a buttery olive oil and garlic sauce, infused with zesty lemon and a subtle kick of red pepper flakes. Tossed with al dente spaghetti and enriched with grated Parmesan and fresh parsley, this dish is bursting with bright, fresh flavors and rich, savory goodness. With simple ingredients, minimal prep time, and a restaurant-quality finish, this shrimp pasta is a crowd-pleaser that’s as easy to make as it is to devour. Serve it with a crisp side salad and a glass of white wine for the perfect pairing.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz spaghetti (or pasta of choice)
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1 cup of the pasta water.
While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Season the shrimp with salt and black pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of butter, and the minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
Stir in the crushed red pepper flakes, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Add the cooked shrimp back to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
Add the drained pasta to the skillet, tossing to combine. If the pasta seems dry, gradually add some reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is reached.
Sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley. Toss everything together and adjust the seasoning with more salt, black pepper, or lemon juice, if needed.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan and parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1374 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.7 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.9 g | 110% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 943 mg | 314% | |
| Sodium | 3359 mg | 146% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.8 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 131.4 g | 263% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 606 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1467 mg | 31% | |
*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.
