Shrimp Alfredo: The Ultimate Creamy Pasta Recipe You’ll Love
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Shrimp Alfredo, a delectable pasta dish that will leave you wanting more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: pasta
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper, stirring until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth.
- Toss fettuccine with the shrimp and sauce until fully coated.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a richer sauce, add more cream or cheese.
- Try adding vegetables like broccoli or spinach for added nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg