25-Minute Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta
This Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta is a quick, flavorful, and easy-to-make dish perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinners - ready in just 25 minutes!
Ingredients
- 12 ounces pasta spaghetti, linguine, or fettuccine
- 1 pound raw shrimp peeled and deveined (tail-on or tail-off)
- 4-5 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup parmesan cheese freshly grated
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional:
- Red pepper flakes
- lemon juice
- fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Cook the Pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente.
- Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain the rest and set the pasta aside.
Sauté the Shrimp
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add butter.
- Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine.
- Add the grated parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
Combine Everything
- Return the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Add a splash of reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
- Stir in the cooked shrimp, making sure everything is evenly coated.
Serve and Enjoy
- Transfer to serving plates, garnish with parsley and red pepper flakes, and serve immediately.