Shrimp and Pasta
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Shrimp and Pasta recipe—a perfect blend of tender shrimp, al dente spaghetti or linguine, and a luscious garlic-butter sauce enriched with zesty lemon and a hint of red pepper heat. Ready in just 30 minutes, this crowd-pleaser combines simplicity and elegance, with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan adding vibrant pops of color and flavor. Whether you're entertaining guests or whipping up a quick meal for the family, this easy shrimp pasta dish is sure to impress. Serve it with a side of crusty bread and a crisp salad for a complete and satisfying Italian-inspired feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti or linguine
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 gallon water (for boiling pasta)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti or linguine and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water, then drain and set the pasta aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp to the skillet. Sprinkle them with salt and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set them aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Stir in the lemon juice and the reserved pasta water (start with 1/2 cup and add more as needed to achieve your desired sauce consistency). Let the sauce simmer for 2 minutes.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat it in the sauce.
Return the shrimp to the skillet and gently mix to combine. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat everything through.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the dish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. Toss lightly to distribute.
Serve immediately with extra grated Parmesan and lemon wedges, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1768 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.1 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.4 g | 187% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1001 mg | 334% | |
| Sodium | 3228 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 115.6 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.5 g | ||
| Protein | 138.8 g | 278% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 647 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1666 mg | 35% | |
*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.
