Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta Recipe
This Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta is a perfect blend of juicy shrimp, rich garlic butter sauce, and tender pasta. Quick, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion, this recipe is a must-try for seafood pasta lovers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or linguine
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup white wine (optional)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet 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 (1 minute). Add red pepper flakes and white wine, cooking for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Stir in cooked pasta and reserved pasta water, tossing to coat. Add Parmesan cheese, shrimp, and parsley, and mix well.
- Adjust seasoning as needed and serve hot.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, substitute white wine with chicken stock or use a mix of both.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice for a fresh citrusy twist.
- Use gluten-free pasta if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
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