Garlic Shrimp Pasta
Indulge in the bright, buttery flavors of Garlic Shrimp Pasta—a quick and easy Italian-inspired dish perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinners. Tender linguine is tossed in a luscious garlic butter sauce, infused with a hint of citrusy lemon zest and a kick of optional red pepper flakes for a touch of heat. Succulent shrimp, pan-seared to perfection, take center stage, creating a protein-packed meal that's as satisfying as it is flavorful. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a generous dusting of Parmesan cheese, this 35-minute recipe delivers restaurant-quality sophistication right to your table. Perfectly customizable and brimming with vibrant Mediterranean flair, this dish is sure to become a staple in your rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces spaghetti or linguine pasta
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (freshly grated)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 cups grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and black pepper.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 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, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, red pepper flakes (if using), lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir to combine and let simmer for about 1 minute.
Return the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. If the pasta looks dry, add some of the reserved pasta water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is achieved.
Add the cooked shrimp back to the skillet and toss gently to combine. Cook for an additional minute to heat through.
Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
Serve the garlic shrimp pasta immediately, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1912 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.6 g | 125% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.7 g | 218% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1057 mg | 352% | |
| Sodium | 2959 mg | 129% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 116.2 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 152.8 g | 306% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 907 mg | 70% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1584 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.
