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Creamy Shrimp Alfredo Pasta

This creamy shrimp Alfredo pasta is a rich and comforting dish made with tender shrimp, perfectly cooked fettuccine, and a silky parmesan cream sauce. Ready in about 30 minutes, it’s an easy restaurant-style dinner perfect for weeknights or special occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 620
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz fettuccine pasta
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)
  • extra parmesan for topping (optional)

Equipment

  • large pot for boiling pasta
  • large skillet for sauce and shrimp
  • colander for draining pasta
  • wooden spoon for mixing
  • knife and cutting board for prep

Method
 

  1. Cook the fettuccine in salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp, season lightly with salt and pepper, and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer while stirring occasionally.
  5. Stir in the grated parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Let the sauce cook for 2–3 minutes until it thickens.
  6. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss until evenly coated.
  7. Return the shrimp to the skillet and gently mix. Garnish with parsley, red pepper flakes, and extra parmesan before serving.

Notes

Use freshly grated parmesan for the smoothest sauce. Avoid overcooking shrimp to keep them tender. Reserve some pasta water to adjust sauce consistency if needed. You can substitute shrimp with chicken or scallops, or add vegetables like broccoli or spinach for variation.