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Jessica Morgan

Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta: A Deliciously Easy Recipe!

A deliciously easy recipe for Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta that combines succulent shrimp with a rich garlic butter sauce and pasta.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces spaghetti or linguine
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Method
 

  1. Cook the spaghetti or linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add the cherry tomatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes soften.
  5. Return the shrimp to the skillet and add the cooked pasta. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a light sauce.
  6. Stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a creamier sauce, add 1/4 cup of heavy cream after adding the shrimp back to the skillet.
  • You can substitute the shrimp with chicken or vegetables for a different protein option.

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