Ingredients
– 8 ounces fettuccine or pasta of your choice
– 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 cup chicken broth
– 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
– Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
Creating Marry Me Shrimp Pasta is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Cook the Pasta: In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Sauté the Shrimp: In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add the shrimp and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes, flipping halfway, until shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove from skillet and set aside.
3. Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add Cream and Broth: Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
5. Season the Sauce: Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste. Let the sauce simmer for 5 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
6. Combine Pasta and Shrimp: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet along with the drained pasta. Toss everything together until the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
7. Stir in Cheese: Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until melted and creamy.
8. Finish with Lemon Juice: Squeeze in the juice of one lemon and give it a final stir to combine.
9. Garnish: Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley, and additional cheese if desired.
Follow these steps, and you’ll have a beautiful plate of Marry Me Shrimp Pasta ready to serve!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 30g