Shrimp Pasta Recipe: Easy, Creamy Dish Perfect for Home Cooks
This creamy shrimp pasta recipe is easy to prepare and perfect for home cooks looking for a delicious meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces linguine pasta
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add garlic; sauté until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese; season with salt and pepper.
- Combine the linguine with the sauce, toss to coat, and garnish with parsley.
Notes
- For a bit of spice, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: shrimp pasta, creamy pasta, easy dinner