Description
Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo is a creamy, comforting pasta dish featuring tender shrimp in a rich, garlicky Alfredo sauce tossed with al dente fettuccine. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe combines simple, fresh ingredients to create a restaurant-quality meal perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Pasta
- Fettuccine Pasta (dried or fresh) – 8 ounces
Shrimp and Sauce
- Medium-sized fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined – 1 pound
- Butter – 4 tablespoons
- Garlic, minced – 3 cloves
- Heavy cream – 1 cup
- Parmesan cheese, freshly grated – 1 cup
- Salt – to taste
- Black pepper – to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped – 2 tablespoons
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Start by boiling a large pot of salted water and cooking the fettuccine according to the package instructions until al dente, usually around 10-12 minutes. Drain and set aside but save some pasta water for later.
- Sauté the Shrimp: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant but not browned, about 1 minute. Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Prepare the Alfredo Sauce: Using the same skillet, lower the heat and add heavy cream. Bring it to a gentle simmer, stirring often. Gradually add grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until the sauce thickens and becomes smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine Pasta, Shrimp, and Sauce: Return the cooked shrimp to the sauce, along with the drained fettuccine. Toss everything together gently, adding reserved pasta water by the tablespoon if needed to loosen the sauce and help it cling to the noodles.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top for brightness and an inviting look. Serve hot immediately, and enjoy your creamy Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo at its best.
Notes
- Don’t overcook shrimp; remove from heat as soon as they turn pink to avoid rubbery texture.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for smoother melting and richer flavor.
- Reserve some pasta water to adjust sauce consistency for perfect coating.
- Simmer cream gently to prevent curdling or burning.
- Cook garlic first to infuse butter and create a flavorful sauce base.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 40 g
- Saturated Fat: 25 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg
Keywords: Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo, creamy pasta, garlic shrimp pasta, quick dinner, Alfredo sauce, comfort food, Italian pasta dish
