30-Minute Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Pasta
30-Minute Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Pasta is a quick and delectable dish that will transform your weeknight dinners into a culinary delight. Featuring succulent shrimp, perfectly cooked pasta, and a creamy garlic-Parmesan sauce, this recipe comes together in just thirty minutes. With its rich flavors and vibrant colors, it’s the perfect choice for impressing family and friends on any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or linguine
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, melt half of the butter over medium heat. Add shrimp and sauté until pink and opaque, about 2 minutes per side.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream, remaining butter, and lemon juice. Stir gently to combine.
- Gradually add Parmesan cheese while stirring until melted. Adjust sauce consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Toss drained pasta in the sauce until evenly coated. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
Keywords: - For added heat, sprinkle red pepper flakes into the dish. - Feel free to replace shrimp with chicken or veggies for different protein options.