Description
Savor the rich flavors of Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta, featuring tender shrimp sautéed in a buttery garlic sauce, tossed with al dente pasta, zesty lemon, and fresh parsley. This quick and easy dish is perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces of spaghetti or linguine
- 1 pound of large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup of chicken broth or white wine
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1/4 cup of fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil (about 1 tablespoon of salt).
- Add spaghetti or linguine to boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes). Stir occasionally.
- Before draining, reserve about 1 cup of the pasta cooking water.
- Drain the pasta and toss with a little olive oil to prevent sticking.
- In a bowl, season shrimp with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter.
- Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until pink, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until cooked through.
- Pour in chicken broth or white wine and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in lemon juice and zest, simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Add drained pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat. Add reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Stir in chopped parsley for freshness.
- Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
- Serve in bowls or on plates, twirling pasta for presentation.
- Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and extra parsley if desired.
- Dig in and savor your delicious garlic butter shrimp pasta!
Notes
- For best results, use large shrimp for a satisfying bite.
- Fresh garlic and parsley enhance the dish’s flavor.
- Feel free to experiment with different pasta types.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes