Description
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Creamy Marry Me Shrimp Pasta, a dish designed to impress with every bite. This recipe features succulent shrimp coated in a rich, velvety sauce made from cream, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. It’s perfect for romantic dinners or cozy family gatherings, offering both comfort and elegance. In just 30 minutes, you can create a meal that feels special without the fuss. With customizable ingredients and simple steps, this creamy shrimp pasta is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine or spaghetti
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink (3-4 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping the skillet's bottom. Stir in heavy cream and simmer gently.
- Gradually add Parmesan cheese while stirring until melted and smooth.
- Toss cooked pasta into the skillet with the sauce until well coated. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 220mg