Fettuccine Alfredo with Shrimp
Indulge in the creamy decadence of Fettuccine Alfredo with Shrimp—an elegant yet easy-to-make pasta dish that delivers restaurant-quality flavors right in your kitchen. Tender fettuccine noodles are coated in a velvety Alfredo sauce made from rich butter, heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, while succulent sautéed shrimp add a burst of sweetness and protein to every bite. Enhanced with the fragrant notes of garlic and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions alike. Ready in just 35 minutes, this crowd-pleasing shrimp Alfredo recipe pairs classic Italian comfort with gourmet flair. Serve hot and enjoy its buttery, creamy perfection with a side of garlic bread or a crisp green salad!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound Raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 tablespoons Butter
- 1.5 cups Heavy cream
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of butter and the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Turn the heat to medium-high, and add the shrimp to the skillet. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 7 tablespoons of butter and heavy cream. Stir until the butter has melted and the mixture is smooth.
Slowly add the grated Parmesan cheese to the skillet, whisking continuously until the cheese has melted and the sauce is creamy. Season the sauce with salt and pepper.
Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
Gently return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, tossing everything together until fully combined and the shrimp is coated with sauce.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for garnish.
Serve immediately, garnished with a bit more Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1066 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.6 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.5 g | 187% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 386 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 1146 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.1 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.2 g | ||
| Protein | 46.2 g | 92% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 316 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 353 mg | 8% | |
*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.
