Description
Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta is the perfect dish for those who crave a quick yet indulgent meal. This delightful recipe features tender shrimp sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce, served over your choice of spaghetti or fettuccine. With its aromatic blend of flavors and simple preparation, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions alike. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish can easily be customized with your favorite vegetables or spices to suit your palate. Impress your family or guests with this elegant yet easy-to-make pasta that promises to be a hit at any dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti or fettuccine
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter, add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until pink (about 2-3 minutes). Remove shrimp and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt remaining butter, add minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using), cooking until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Return shrimp to the skillet, add drained pasta, lemon juice, and half of the parsley. Toss to combine.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
- Garnish with remaining parsley and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 220mg