Description
Romantic marry me shrimp pasta promises a culinary love story with creamy garlic sauce and perfectly seasoned jumbo shrimp. Quick, indulgent flavors will sweep you off your feet and into a delightful dinner that seals the deal.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (1 lb) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Pasta and Sauce Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (8 oz) pasta (fettuccine, linguine, or penne)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth (or white wine)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare a generously salted water bath in a large pot, immersing pasta until perfectly al dente. Drain thoroughly, preserving 1/2 cup of starchy liquid for potential sauce adjustment.
- Meticulously pat shrimp dry, then lavishly season with aromatic spices. Sear in sizzling olive oil over medium-high heat until transforming into a vibrant pink hue, approximately 1-2 minutes per side. Temporarily relocate protein to a waiting plate.
- Utilize the same skillet to create a fragrant foundation, melting butter and introducing minced garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and fiery red pepper flakes. Allow aromatics to dance for one minute before deglazing with robust chicken broth.
- Incorporate heavy cream, grated Parmesan, herbaceous Italian seasoning, delicate basil, and bright lemon juice. Whisk continuously until achieving a velvety, harmonious consistency. Simmer gently for 2-3 minutes, tasting and fine-tuning seasoning as desired.
- Reunite pasta and succulent shrimp with the luxurious sauce, ensuring every morsel is gracefully coated. If sauce appears too thick, gradually introduce reserved pasta water to create perfect silkiness.
- Elegantly plate the dish, garnishing with additional Parmesan shavings and fresh basil leaves. Serve immediately while temperature and flavors remain at their peak.
Notes
- Choose medium-sized, deveined shrimp for quick cooking and tender texture.
- Let shrimp sit with seasonings for 5-10 minutes before cooking to enhance flavor absorption.
- Control thickness by gradually adding pasta water, ensuring a silky smooth coating.
- Swap heavy cream with coconut milk for a lighter, dairy-free alternative that maintains creamy richness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 475 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 670 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 170 mg