30-Minute Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta
30-Minute Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta is a quick and delicious meal that brings the taste of fine dining to your home. This dish features perfectly sautéed shrimp immersed in a rich garlic butter sauce, tossed with al dente pasta for a flavor-packed experience. Ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this recipe will have everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 8 oz spaghetti or linguine
- 1 lb fresh large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook spaghetti or linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt half of the butter with olive oil. Add seasoned shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, lower heat slightly and add minced garlic. Sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the remaining butter and lemon juice. Toss cooked pasta directly into the skillet with the shrimp and garlic mixture until well coated.
- Sprinkle fresh parsley on top, give it a final toss, and transfer to plates. Drizzle with extra lemon juice if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: - For added spice, consider incorporating red pepper flakes. - Substitute shrimp with chicken or veggies like spinach or cherry tomatoes for variation. - Ensure that shrimp are fresh for optimal flavor.