Description
Experience the luxurious flavors of Shrimp Alfredo, a quick and easy recipe perfect for weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz Fettuccine Pasta
- 1 lb Large Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 4 tbsp Butter
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
- 1/4 cup Romano Cheese
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (chopped)
- 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
Instructions
- Step: Pat the shrimp dry, then toss them in olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Step: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add fettuccine, and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Step: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- Step: In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Step: Pour in heavy cream, let it simmer, then whisk in Parmesan and Romano cheese until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Step: Add cooked fettuccine to the sauce, tossing until coated. Fold in cooked shrimp and serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley and additional cheese if desired.
Notes
Drizzle with lemon juice for extra brightness if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: PASTA
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 40 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg