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Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Pasta

This Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Pasta strikes that perfect balance between decadence and simplicity for those nights when we're craving something utterly scrumptious but don't have hours to spare. It's a dish that screams comfort food and is on the table in under 30 minutes. Paired with some crusty bread or a simple side salad or veggies, you've got a complete meal, perfect for those busy evenings when you need a meal that's as easy as it is indulgent.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 756 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 12 oz pasta
For the shrimp
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 15 oz raw shrimp peeled and deveined (see note 1)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the sauce
  • 2 tablespoon butter
  • 6 cloves garlic minced
  • ⅓ cup dry white wine (see note 2)
  • ½ cup broth low sodium (see note 3)
  • 1½ cup heavy cream (see note 4)
  • 1¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (see note 5)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoon finely chopped parsley
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Extra parmesan for garnish
  • extra parsley for garnish

Instructions

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  1. Bring a large pan of water to a boil. Add the salt and cook the pasta for 1 minute less than the packet instructions.1 tablespoon salt12 oz / 340 g pasta
  2. Once cooked, reserve 1½ cups of the pasta cooking liquid and drain the pasta.
While the pasta is cooking.
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  1. Heat the olive oil in a heavy-based skillet over medium-high heat.1 tablespoon olive oil
  2. Sprinkle the shrimp with salt and pepper and add to the skillet.15 oz / 425 g raw shrimp½ teaspoon salt½ teaspoon black pepper
  3. Stir the shrimp for 2 minutes until almost cooked, then transfer to a plate.
  4. Melt the butter in the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.2 tablespoon butter6 cloves garlic
  5. Pour in the wine and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2 minutes, then add the broth and simmer for 2 minutes.⅓ cup / 80 ml dry white wine½ cup / 120 ml broth
  6. Add the cream, then sprinkle over the parmesan. Stir until the parmesan has melted, then let the sauce simmer for 1 ½ minutes until it thickens slightly.1½ cup / 360 ml heavy cream1¼ cup / 80 g grated parmesan cheese
  7. Add the drained pasta to the sauce and ½ cup of the reserved cooking water.
  8. Stir the pasta gently until it's coated in the sauce, then add the cooked shrimp and cook everything for 1 minute, tossing gently. Add more pasta cooking water if the sauce gets too thick.
  9. Add the lemon juice, most of the parsley and the black pepper.1 teaspoon lemon juice2 tablespoon finely chopped parsley½ teaspoon black pepper
  10. Serve immediately, garnished with the extra parsley and parmesan to taste.

Notes

  • I generally go for 20-25 or 26-30 count, which gives a good serving of shrimp per person - between 8-12. I usually buy frozen raw shrimp! But you can use fresh shelled and deveined shrimp. Ensure if you are using frozen that they are fully defrosted before cooking.
  • Use any dry white wine; if you don't consume alcohol, you can substitute it with additional broth.
  • I recommend shrimp/seafood/fish broth for the sauce, but chicken or vegetable is a great alternative. I love Better than Bouillon for a quick broth/stock.
  • You want to use heavy cream, thickened cream, or double cream. The sauce will thicken less if you use a thinner option like half and half or single cream.
  • It is best to buy a block of parmesan and grate it yourself. It will melt much more smoothly into the sauce.

Nutrition Information

Calories 756kcal (38%) Carbohydrates 59g (20%) Protein 31g (62%) Fat 43g (66%) Saturated Fat 24g (120%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 12g Trans Fat 0.2g Cholesterol 223mg (74%) Sodium 2646mg (110%) Potassium 427mg (12%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 1718IU (34%) Vitamin C 4mg (4%) Calcium 348mg (35%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 756

% Daily Value*

Calories 756kcal 38%
Carbohydrates 59g 20%
Protein 31g 62%
Fat 43g 66%
Saturated Fat 24g 120%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 12g 60%
Trans Fat 0.2g 10%
Cholesterol 223mg 74%
Sodium 2646mg 110%
Potassium 427mg 9%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 1718IU 34%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 348mg 35%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.