Fast Shrimp Pasta with Alfredo Sauce
Whip up a restaurant-quality dinner in just 30 minutes with this Fast Shrimp Pasta with Alfredo Sauce! Perfectly tender fettuccine is tossed in a velvety homemade Alfredo sauce, made with rich heavy cream, garlic, and a generous helping of Parmesan cheese. Juicy, pan-seared shrimp add a burst of flavor and protein, making this dish as satisfying as it is decadent. Ideal for busy weeknights or a special date night, this easy shrimp pasta recipe combines simplicity with gourmet appeal. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and herbal freshness, and serve it piping hot for the ultimate comfort food experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the shrimp to the skillet, sprinkle with a pinch of salt and black pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, continuing to whisk gently until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth. Season with 0.5 tsp of salt and 0.25 tsp of black pepper.
Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce and toss until the pasta is evenly coated.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and gently stir to combine and heat through.
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy your fast shrimp pasta with Alfredo sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3334 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 173.5 g | 222% | |
| Saturated Fat | 94.6 g | 473% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1301 mg | 434% | |
| Sodium | 3133 mg | 136% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 253.5 g | 92% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.7 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.3 g | ||
| Protein | 184.5 g | 369% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1232 mg | 95% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1278 mg | 27% | |
*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.
