Indulgent Shrimp Alfredo: Creamy Comfort in Every Bite

Experience the luxurious taste of Shrimp Alfredo, a creamy dish ready in under 30 minutes.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 700

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pasta

12 oz Fettuccine or linguine as a substitute

For the Shrimp

1 lb Shrimp fresh or frozen, peeled and deveined

For the Sauce

2 tablespoon Butter for richness
3 cloves Garlic minced
1 cup Heavy cream or coconut cream for dairy-free option
1 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
to taste Salt
to taste Black pepper

For Garnishing

2 tablespoon Fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

large pot
skillet
colander

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Thaw and prepare shrimp by running cold water over them until thawed, then pat dry.
Cook the fettuccine in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, about 7-10 minutes, reserving ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
Sauté shrimp in a skillet with 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes on each side until pink.
Lower the skillet heat and melt the remaining butter, then sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes.
Add heavy cream and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, then gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese.
Combine the shrimp and fettuccine into the sauce, adjusting with reserved pasta water if needed.
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 700kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 35gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 22gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, enjoy your creamy Shrimp Alfredo fresh, as reheating may alter its delightful texture and flavor.

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