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Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta Recipe

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This creamy garlic shrimp pasta recipe combines succulent shrimp with a rich, garlicky cream sauce tossed in al dente pasta. It’s a restaurant-quality meal made in under 30 minutes, ideal for seafood lovers and quick dinner solutions. Packed with flavor, it’s perfect for a cozy night in or impressing guests.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz fettuccine or spaghetti

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 2 tbsp butter

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

  • Optional: red pepper flakes for heat

Instructions

  • Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.

  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink, about 2–3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.

  • In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.

  • Pour in heavy cream, bring to a simmer, and stir in Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning.

  • Simmer until sauce thickens slightly, then return shrimp to the skillet.

  • Add cooked pasta and toss until well coated.

 

  • Serve immediately, garnished with parsley and optional red pepper flakes.

Notes

For extra richness, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream. Substitute with gluten-free pasta if needed.

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