One-Pot Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta: Easy Comfort Food Delight
Indulge in this delicious One-Pot Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta that comes together effortlessly for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the garlic and red pepper flakes, stirring for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer.
- Add the fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Season with salt and pepper, and stir in the parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a little extra flavor, add lemon juice before serving.
- Feel free to substitute the shrimp with chicken or vegetables for a different twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg