Creamy Marry Me Shrimp Pasta Recipe
Creamy Marry Me Shrimp Pasta is a decadent seafood dish featuring tender shrimp, a luscious creamy sauce, and al dente pasta. Perfect for romantic dinners or weeknight indulgence, this recipe will surely make anyone fall in love with its irresistible flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or spaghetti
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2–3 minutes on each side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Stir and simmer for 3–4 minutes.
- Return shrimp to the skillet and toss in the creamy sauce. Adjust seasonings if needed.
- Add the cooked pasta and toss until well coated in the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter option.
- Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for a tangy twist.
- Use gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850