Description
A creamy and delicious shrimp Alfredo pasta dish that’s easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked pasta and shrimp to the sauce. Toss to coat evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor.
- Add a splash of pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
- Serve immediately for the creamiest texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: Shrimp Alfredo, Pasta Recipe, Creamy Pasta, Easy Dinner