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Spicy Parmesan Shrimp Pasta

So flavorful, so spicy and so easy to put together, perfect for those busy weeknights!

Prep Time
45 mins
Cook Time
45 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course

Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes or more, to taste
  • 1 pound medium shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 8 ounces penne
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 green onion thinly sliced

Instructions

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  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, Parmesan, garlic, brown sugar, soy sauce and red pepper flakes. In a gallon size Ziploc bag or large bowl, combine shrimp and olive oil mixture; marinate for at least 30 minutes to overnight, turning the bag occasionally.
  2. In large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions; drain well.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add shrimp and sauce mixture and cook, stirring occasionally, until pink, about 2 minutes. Stir in pasta and gently toss to combine; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  4. Serve immediately, garnished with Parmesan and green onions, if desired.