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Creamy Shrimp Pasta

A deliciously creamy pasta dish featuring tender shrimp, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Seafood
Calories: 620
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Shrimp
  • 8 ounces your favorite pasta (like fettuccine or linguine)
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
Sauce Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 whole lemon, zest and juice
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Add the pasta and cook it according to the package instructions until it’s al dente. Save about ½ cup of the pasta water, then drain and set aside.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil.
  2. Add the shrimp and season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese until melted and smooth.
  5. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, followed by the cooked pasta. Toss to combine, adding pasta water as needed to thin the sauce.
  6. Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, and chopped parsley. Toss to combine all the flavors.
  7. Plate the creamy shrimp pasta immediately, garnished with additional parsley and cheese, if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider marinating the shrimp in garlic and lemon juice before cooking. To lighten the dish, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or non-dairy alternatives. Monitor the shrimp carefully to avoid overcooking. Customize with vegetables like spinach, peas, or cherry tomatoes.