Spicy Creamy Pasta with Shrimp
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Spicy Creamy Pasta with Shrimp, a dish that perfectly balances heat, richness, and freshness. This restaurant-quality recipe features tender fettuccine or linguine soaked in a luscious, garlicky cream sauce, elevated by a hint of spice from red chili flakes and smoky paprika. Succulent, pan-seared shrimp add a burst of protein and flavor, while Parmesan cheese and a splash of lemon juice bring the sauce to life. Ready in just 40 minutes, this crowd-pleasing pasta is an ideal weeknight dinner or an impressive dish for entertaining. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for fans of creamy pasta, seafood, and bold flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta (fettuccine or linguine)
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp red chili flakes
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- optional water for boiling pasta
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat.
Season the shrimp with paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and butter, as well as the minced garlic and red chili flakes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Lower the heat to medium and let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes to thicken slightly.
Stir in the grated parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the sauce.
Return the shrimp to the skillet and gently mix with the pasta. Drizzle with lemon juice and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2612 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 161.1 g | 207% | |
| Saturated Fat | 83.4 g | 417% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1239 mg | 413% | |
| Sodium | 4882 mg | 212% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 114.3 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.9 g | ||
| Protein | 165.4 g | 331% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1298 mg | 100% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1766 mg | 38% | |
*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.
