Description
This Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo combines tender shrimp, a creamy Parmesan Alfredo sauce, and perfectly cooked fettuccine. It’s the ultimate comfort food, perfect for a cozy dinner or a special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 pound fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil fettuccine until al dente, reserve 1 cup of pasta water, and drain.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet, cook shrimp until pink (2–3 minutes per side), and set aside.
- Make the Alfredo Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté garlic, add heavy cream, and simmer. Stir in Parmesan until smooth.
- Combine: Add cooked fettuccine and shrimp to the sauce, tossing to coat. Adjust sauce consistency with reserved pasta water.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for a smoother sauce.
- To prevent overcooking shrimp, watch for them to turn opaque and pink.
- Leftovers? Reheat gently with a splash of milk or cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stove-top
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Shrimp Alfredo, creamy shrimp pasta, fettuccine with shrimp, shrimp pasta recipe