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Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta

Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta - Buttery Shrimp tossed in a creamy, garlicky sauce served with Parmesan Cheese over linguine pasta is a family favorite meal that you just can't say no to. When you have ingredients like Shrimp, Garlic, and Butter, the result HAS to be something that is beyond delicious. 
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 397kcal
Author: Anjali

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 Teaspoon Olive Oil
  • 1 Pound Shrimp Peeled (Fresh or Frozen)
  • 3 Cloves Garlic minced or finely chopped
  • 1 Tablespoon Salted Butter
  • Salt and Pepper As Per Taste
  • ½ Cup Chicken Broth or Dry White Wine
  • 1 Cup Heavy Cream or Evaporated Milk (for low carb)
  • ½ Cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 8 ounces Linguine cooked to al dente and drained

Garnish (Optional)

  • Red Pepper Flakes OPTIONAL
  • Fresh Chopped Parsley OPTIONAL

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Cook Pasta until al dente: In a pot of salted boiling water cook Linguine pasta as per package directions. Once done drain water and keep it in a colander.
  • Cook Shrimps: In a pan heat some Olive Oil. Add shrimps and cook for each side until pink and not fully cooked. Cook each side for just 30-seconds.
  • Add Garlic and Butter: Into this add minced garlic and butter. Season with Salt and Pepper as per taste.
  • Add Chicken Broth and Heavy Cream: Pour Chicken broth and heavy cream. Allow it to simmer gently on low heat. Stir occasionally. Taste the sauce. Adjust seasoning as your taste.
  • Add Cooked pasta and Parmesan: Now add Cooked Pasta and Grated Parmesan Cheese. Stir well to combine. Take it off the heat.
  • Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and red pepper flakes. Serve right away.

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Notes

  • Do not bring the sauce to a boil as it might curdle.
  • If using Half and Half or Milk do not add Lemon. It will definitely curdle.
  • Do not overcook your shrimps. Just cook each side for 30-seconds.
  • You can also add spinach after you've added your butter and garlic.
    • The key to making the best Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta lies in the choice of your pasta. Ideally Linguine or Fettuccine works the best as it soaks in all the rich creamy garlicky flavours.
    • To enhance the creaminess use a dollop of Cream Cheese or Mascarpone
    • To make it even more garlicky use Garlic Confit or use roasted Garlic.
    • Serve with freshly grated Parmesan on top.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta
Amount Per Serving
Calories 397 Calories from Fat 81
% Daily Value*
Fat 9g14%
Saturated Fat 4g25%
Trans Fat 0.1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 2g
Cholesterol 201mg67%
Sodium 380mg17%
Potassium 459mg13%
Carbohydrates 45g15%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 34g68%
Vitamin A 196IU4%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 200mg20%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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