Description
Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta is a quick and delicious dish that brings together the rich flavors of garlic and butter with juicy shrimp, all tossed in perfectly cooked fettuccine. Ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also a crowd-pleaser. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a creamy, flavorful sauce that elevates your dining experience. Perfectly seasoned with lemon and parmesan, this pasta dish is sure to impress your family and friends while satisfying your cravings for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fettuccine
- 1 lb shrimp
- 4 cloves garlic
- ½ cup parmesan cheese
- 4 tbsp butter
- Juice and zest of ¼ lemon
- Sea salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat cooking oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add butter to the skillet, then add shrimp; cook until they turn opaque (about 4-6 minutes).
- Stir in lemon juice, zest, parmesan cheese, sea salt, and black pepper until combined.
- Toss cooked fettuccine into the skillet with the shrimp mixture until coated.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 220mg