Description
Shrimp Alfredo: Creamy, Rich is a decadent pasta dish that combines succulent shrimp and fettuccine with a velvety Alfredo sauce. This delightful recipe features a harmonious blend of heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and fresh garlic, enveloping every bite in creamy goodness. Perfect for date nights or cozy family dinners, this dish is quick to prepare—ready in under 30 minutes! You can easily customize it by adding vegetables like spinach or mushrooms, making it versatile enough for any taste. Serve it with crispy garlic bread or a light salad for a complete meal that satisfies your cravings for comfort and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add shrimp, seasoning with salt and pepper; cook until pink and opaque (about 3-4 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream; let simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Whisk in grated Parmesan cheese until smooth; adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Toss cooked fettuccine into the skillet until evenly coated with sauce. Serve hot with extra Parmesan and parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 180mg