Here’s a delicious and creamy Shrimp Alfredo Pasta recipe that’s perfect for a cozy dinner:
🦐 Creamy Shrimp Alfredo Pasta
🍝 Ingredients:
For the pasta:
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12 oz fettuccine (or pasta of choice)
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Salt (for boiling water)
For the shrimp:
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1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp butter
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3 cloves garlic (minced)
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Optional: ½ tsp paprika or red pepper flakes (for a little kick)
For the Alfredo sauce:
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2 tbsp butter
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1 ½ cups heavy cream
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1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tsp garlic powder (or more minced garlic if you prefer)
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Optional: ¼ cup pasta water (to thin the sauce if needed)
Toppings:
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Fresh chopped parsley
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Extra Parmesan
👨🍳 Instructions:
1. Cook the Pasta:
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
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Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
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Reserve ¼ cup of the pasta water, then drain and set aside.
2. Cook the Shrimp:
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In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil and butter.
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Add shrimp in a single layer, season with salt, pepper, and paprika (if using).
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Sauté 1-2 minutes per side, until shrimp are pink and opaque.
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Add minced garlic and sauté 30 seconds more.
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Remove shrimp from pan and set aside.
3. Make the Alfredo Sauce:
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In the same skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat.
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Stir in the heavy cream and garlic powder (or fresh garlic).
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Bring to a simmer (not boil), then stir in the Parmesan cheese.
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Continue stirring until sauce is smooth and creamy.
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Add a bit of reserved pasta water if sauce is too thick.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Combine:
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Add cooked pasta and shrimp into the skillet with the Alfredo sauce.
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Toss gently to coat everything evenly in the sauce.
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Simmer for 1–2 minutes so flavors combine.
5. Serve:
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Plate pasta and top with fresh parsley and more Parmesan.
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Serve immediately!
