Lemon Shrimp Angel Hair
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly savory, Lemon Shrimp Angel Hair is the ultimate quick and flavorful pasta dish perfect for weeknights or elegant dinners alike. Featuring tender angel hair pasta tossed with succulent shrimp, a luscious lemon-garlic butter sauce, and a subtle kick of red pepper flakes, this recipe delivers a balanced medley of citrus and spice in every bite. Fresh parsley and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese create the perfect finishing touches to this light yet satisfying dish. With just 25 minutes from prep to plate, this recipe is your go-to for a restaurant-quality meal with minimal effort. Perfectly portioned for four servings, Lemon Shrimp Angel Hair pairs beautifully with a crisp white wine or a simple side salad, making it an ideal choice for pasta and seafood lovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces angel hair pasta
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 cup chicken broth (low sodium)
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the angel hair pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Season the shrimp with a pinch of salt and black pepper, and add them to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, chicken broth, and red pepper flakes. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes to slightly reduce.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat them in the lemon sauce. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to warm them through.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and gently toss to combine everything. Let the pasta absorb some of the sauce for about 1 minute.
Stir in the chopped parsley and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve the Lemon Shrimp Angel Hair immediately, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and additional parsley, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1973 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 81.8 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.7 g | 128% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 968 mg | 323% | |
| Sodium | 3711 mg | 161% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 181.6 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.0 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.6 g | ||
| Protein | 147.9 g | 296% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 506 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 1432 mg | 30% | |
*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.
