“When comfort food meets coastal vibes, you get creamy shrimp pasta—luxurious, quick, and irresistibly delicious.”
This dish is the perfect fusion of creamy indulgence and seafood freshness. Whether you’re cooking for a cozy dinner at home or impressing guests, creamy shrimp pasta delivers restaurant-quality flavor in under 30 minutes. From the juicy, sautéed shrimp to the velvety garlic cream sauce coating every strand of pasta, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
🍤 Creamy Shrimp Pasta Recipe
🔹 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🔹 Cook Time: 20 minutes
🔹 Total Time: 30 minutes
🔹 Servings: 4
✨ Ingredients
For the Shrimp:
- 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: a pinch of chili flakes for heat
For the Pasta & Sauce:
- 8 oz (225g) fettuccine, linguine, or pasta of choice
- 1 tbsp butter (extra, for sauce)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/4 cup pasta water (reserved after boiling)
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- Optional: Juice of 1/2 lemon for brightness
- Optional garnish: fresh parsley or extra Parmesan
🍽️ Instructions
🔸 1. Cook the Pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente.
- Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water, then drain and set pasta aside.
🔸 2. Sauté the Shrimp
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter over medium-high heat.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add shrimp, sprinkle with paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cook 2–3 minutes per side, or until shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
🔸 3. Make the Creamy Sauce
- In the same skillet, lower heat to medium.
- Add 1 tbsp butter, then sauté remaining garlic for 30 seconds.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- If sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen.
- Add salt, pepper, and lemon juice (if using) to taste.
🔸 4. Combine Everything
- Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce until well coated.
- Return the shrimp to the pan and gently mix to combine.
- Let everything heat together for 1–2 minutes.
🔸 5. Serve & Garnish
- Plate the pasta, making sure each portion gets plenty of shrimp and sauce.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, extra Parmesan, and cracked pepper.
💡 Tips & Variations
- Add veggies: Stir in spinach, cherry tomatoes, or mushrooms for color and nutrition.
- Make it spicy: Add chili flakes or a splash of hot sauce to the sauce.
- Lighten it up: Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream (though it won’t be quite as rich).
- Dairy-free option: Swap heavy cream for coconut milk and use nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan.
🍷 What to Serve With It:
- Garlic bread or crusty baguette
- A simple green salad with lemon vinaigrette
- A glass of white wine like Chardonnay or Pinot Grigio
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