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    Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta

    Published: Oct 27, 2020 · Modified: Jul 19, 2022 by Radwa · This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

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    Creamy garlic butter shrimp pasta is an easy dish that you can make in less than 30 minutes. A rich and creamy garlic butter sauce made using heavy cream, and parmesan cheese then tossed with pasta. Serve with a side of any salad you fancy.

    Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta

    What's In This Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta?

    all the ingredients

    Fettuccine pasta: I like to use fettuccine; however, you can use spaghetti if you want.

    Shrimp: use any kind you prefer, just wash and peel.

    Garlic: In this recipe, I use two cloves minced garlic to give the shrimp and sauce nice flavour.

    Heavy cream: giving the sauce the rich and creamy texture.

    Parmesan cheese: I use shredded Parmesan cheese to thicken the sauce and add a lovely cheese flavour to it.

    Butter, olive oil: Cooking with both will maximise the flavour.

    Salt, ground pepper and paprika: Seasonings for lovely taste.

    Parsley: Finely chopped for garnishing.

    Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta

    How To Make Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta

    nine steps of making this recipe

    Preparing the shrimp: sprinkle salt, pepper and paprika over the shrimp, coat well then set aside.

    Cooking the pasta: In boiling salted water cook the pasta according to the pack instructions then drain.

    Making the sauce: In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and butter once the butter melts add the onion, cook for one minute until the onion becomes translucent, stirring occasionally.

    Now, add the garlic, stir.

    Add the heavy cream, water and stock cube, bring to a boil.

    Add the parmesan cheese and the shrimp, lower the heat and cook for 2-3 minutes(or until the shrimp fully cooked) then turn off the heat and add the pasta, mix well then garnish with parsley. Serve immediately.

    Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta

    Tips and Variations

    • Use chicken or beef instead of shrimp.
    • If you like your dish spicier, add some red pepper flacks.
    • Use fresh cream and grate your oven parmesan cheese for a better flavour.

    Recipe FAQs

    How to make the sauce thicker or thinner?

    To make the sauce thicker add more cheese to the heavy cream while hot and vice versa, to make the sauce thinner add less cheese to the sauce.

    Can I add any other seasonings to the sauce?

    Yes, you can add thyme(fresh or dry), oregano or a little bit of chilli powder(if you would like it to be spicy).

    Shall I use frozen or fresh shrimp in making this recipe?

    You can use frozen or fresh shrimp also precooked shrimp will work in this recipe.

    Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta

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    Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta
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    Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta

    Creamy garlic butter shrimp pasta is an easy dish cooked in a rich and creamy garlic butter sauce and will be ready in less than 30 minutes.
    Course Dinner, Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Keyword Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta, Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Cook Time 25 minutes
    Total Time 30 minutes
    Servings 6 servings
    Calories 596kcal
    Author Radwa

    Equipment

    • Skillet
    • Measuring spoons
    • Measuring cups
    • Garlic press

    Ingredients

    • 400 g shrimp , washed and peeled
    • 300 g Fettuccine pasta
    • 2 cloves minced garlic
    • 1 tablespoon butter
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • ½ onion , finely chopped
    • 2 cups heavy cream
    • 1 cube vegetable/chicken stock
    • ½ cup water
    • ¾ teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon ground pepper
    • ½ teaspoon paprika
    • ⅓ cup parmesan cheese shredded
    • 1 tablespoon parsley finely chopped

    Instructions

    • Sprinkle salt, pepper and paprika over the shrimp, coat well then set aside.
    • In boiling salted water cook the pasta according to the pack instructions then drain.
    • In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and butter once the butter melts add the onion, cook for one minute until the onion becomes translucent, stirring occasionally.
    • Now, add the garlic, stir.
    • Add the heavy cream, water and stock cube, bring to a boil.
    • Add the parmesan cheese and the shrimp, lower the heat and cook for 2-3 minutes(or until the shrimp fully cooked) then turn off the heat and add the pasta, mix well then garnish with parsley.
    • Serve immediately.

    Notes

    • Use chicken or beef instead of shrimp.
    • If you like your dish spicier, add some red pepper flacks.
    • Use fresh cream and grate your oven parmesan cheese for a better flavour.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 596kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Cholesterol: 287mg | Sodium: 934mg | Potassium: 238mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1276IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 228mg | Iron: 2mg

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