Creamy Garlic Shrimp Alfredo
A rich and creamy pasta dish featuring tender shrimp in a flavorful Alfredo sauce, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Seafood
Ingredients
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- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream, bring to a simmer, then stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add cooked fettuccine and shrimp to the sauce, tossing to coat.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
For extra flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese. You can also add vegetables like spinach or broccoli for added nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
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