Description
Shrimp Alfredo is a classic dish that brings the flavors of the ocean and creamy goodness together in a delightful meal. This easy recipe features succulent shrimp sautéed to perfection and tossed with fettuccine pasta, all enveloped in a rich, velvety Alfredo sauce made from heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions when you want to impress without spending hours in the kitchen. Customize it by adding vegetables like spinach or broccoli for extra color and nutrition. Indulge your taste buds with this deliciously simple shrimp Alfredo recipe that brings restaurant-quality dining right to your home.
Ingredients
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package directions until al dente; drain.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté garlic for 1 minute, then add shrimp and cook until pink (3-4 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream and stir; bring to simmer. Gradually mix in Parmesan until melted.
- Combine cooked fettuccine with the sauce; toss well. Add reserved pasta water if needed.
- Season with salt and pepper, then serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
