Description
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Creamy Marry Me Shrimp Pasta, a dish that combines tender shrimp with a rich, creamy sauce infused with garlic and Parmesan. This delightful meal is perfect for romantic dinners or cozy family gatherings, making it an unforgettable experience. The balance of textures and the deliciously savory sauce will have everyone asking for seconds—and perhaps even a proposal! With this quick recipe, you can whip up an elegant seafood dish in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine or spaghetti
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water and drain.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add shrimp, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until pink and opaque (2-3 minutes per side). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream and chicken broth; bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Return shrimp to the skillet, add drained pasta, and toss gently. Adjust sauce consistency using reserved pasta water if needed.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 220mg