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Creamy garlic shrimp pasta served in a bowl with fresh herbs and grated cheese

Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta

This delightful Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta features succulent shrimp tossed with al dente pasta in a rich, velvety garlic cream sauce. It's a quick and elegant dish perfect for a weeknight meal or special occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Shrimp large, peeled and deveined
  • 12 oz Pasta linguine or fettuccine
  • 1.5 cups Heavy cream
  • 4-5 cloves Garlic minced
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese grated, plus more for garnish
  • 2 tbsp Butter unsalted
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 0.5 cup Chicken broth low sodium
  • 0.25 cup Fresh parsley chopped
  • 0.5 tsp Salt or to taste
  • 0.25 tsp Black pepper or to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Whisk
  • Tongs

Method
 

Steps
  1. Cook pasta according to package directions in a large pot of salted water until al dente; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat, then add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, bring to a gentle simmer, then stir in grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 3-5 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens, stirring occasionally.
  5. Add the cooked pasta and cooked shrimp back into the skillet with the sauce, tossing to coat everything evenly; if the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
  6. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and additional Parmesan cheese before serving.

Notes

For best results, do not overcook the shrimp; they cook very quickly. You can also add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick.