Marry Me Shrimp Pasta: An Indulgent Twist on a Classic Dish
A delicious and romantic dish that combines succulent shrimp with pasta in a creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add chicken broth, heavy cream, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Add cooked spaghetti and shrimp back to the skillet. Toss to coat.
- Season with salt to taste and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add more red pepper flakes.
- Pair with a crisp white wine for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 30
- Saturated Fat: 15
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 50
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: 150
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