Description
Creamy Marry Me Shrimp Pasta is a heartwarming dish that effortlessly combines rich flavors and comforting textures, making it an ideal choice for a romantic dinner or a special gathering. This easy-to-prepare meal features succulent shrimp tossed in a luscious cream sauce infused with garlic and Parmesan cheese. With its vibrant colors and decadent taste, this pasta dish is sure to impress your guests or make any weeknight dinner feel like a celebration. Ready in just 30 minutes, Creamy Marry Me Shrimp Pasta is not only delicious but also customizable, allowing you to add your favorite veggies or adjust the spice levels to suit your palate.
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 in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté shrimp for 2-3 minutes until pink; remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream and chicken broth; stir to combine.
- Gradually add Parmesan cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Return shrimp to the skillet along with drained pasta. Toss gently to coat in the creamy sauce.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 210mg