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Creamy shrimp fettuccine pasta dish with succulent shrimp and rich sauce

Shrimp Fettuccine Pasta

This creamy shrimp fettuccine pasta combines tender shrimp with a rich garlic-parmesan sauce for an elegant yet easy meal ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for weeknights or special occasions!
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Préparation 10 minutes
Cuisson 20 minutes
Temps total 30 minutes
Portions: 2 plates
Plat: Main, Pasta
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 680
Ingredients Equipment Préparation Notes

Ingrédients
  

  • 8 oz Fettuccine pasta about 225 g, cooked al dente
  • 1 lb Shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 4 tbsp Butter unsalted
  • 4 Garlic cloves minced
  • 2 cups Heavy cream
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
  • 1 tbsp Lemon juice optional, for freshness
  • Red pepper flakes optional, for a spicy kick

Équipement

  • Large Pot
  • Skillet
  • Tongs

Préparation
 

  1. Cook fettuccine pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  4. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Add grated parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth to form a creamy sauce.
  5. Add cooked fettuccine to the sauce and toss until evenly coated. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time if the sauce is too thick.
  6. Return the shrimp to the skillet and mix well. Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to taste.
  7. Garnish with chopped parsley and red pepper flakes. Serve hot and enjoy this creamy seafood pasta!

Notes et conservation

For extra flavor, use fresh lemon zest or a splash of white wine while cooking the sauce. You can also replace shrimp with chicken or scallops. Leftovers keep for up to 3 days in the fridge — reheat gently with a splash of milk or cream.