Description
Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with Juicy Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta, ready in just 30 minutes. This flavorful dish features succulent shrimp sautéed in rich garlic butter, tossed with perfectly cooked pasta to create a meal that is both quick and impressive. Ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe bursts with vibrant flavors and can be easily customized to suit your taste. With minimal cleanup required, you can focus on enjoying your delicious creation with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz linguine or spaghetti
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté for one minute until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Stir in lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper. Toss the drained pasta into the skillet until well coated.
- Serve hot with optional Parmesan cheese on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 220mg