One Pot Shrimp Alfredo
Creamy, comforting, and bursting with flavor, this One Pot Shrimp Alfredo is the ultimate easy weeknight dinner that’s ready in just 30 minutes! Tender shrimp are seasoned and lightly sautéed, then simmered with fettuccine in a rich, velvety sauce made from chicken broth, heavy cream, garlic, and Parmesan cheese—all in a single pot for minimal cleanup. This hassle-free recipe combines the luxury of classic alfredo with the convenience of one-pan cooking, ensuring perfectly cooked pasta that absorbs all the luscious flavors. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and a hint of red pepper flakes for a restaurant-quality meal that your family will adore. Perfect for busy nights or when you're craving indulgent comfort food, this dish is a true crowd-pleaser.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 12 ounces fettuccine (uncooked, broken in half)
- 1.5 cups Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 tablespoons parsley (chopped, optional for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
In a large, deep skillet or pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat.
Season the shrimp with a pinch of salt and pepper. Add them to the pan and cook for about 2 minutes per side or until pink and fully cooked. Remove shrimp from the pan and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining butter to the pan along with the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Season with salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
Add the uncooked fettuccine to the liquid, ensuring it is submerged. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and let it simmer uncovered for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Once the pasta is cooked and the sauce has thickened, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
Return the shrimp to the pot, gently tossing them with the pasta and sauce to heat through.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your One Pot Shrimp Alfredo!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4427 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 228.0 g | 292% | |
| Saturated Fat | 130.6 g | 653% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1586 mg | 529% | |
| Sodium | 9793 mg | 426% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 277.2 g | 101% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.9 g | ||
| Protein | 303.0 g | 606% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.3 mcg | 101% | |
| Calcium | 4272 mg | 329% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 3156 mg | 67% | |
*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.
