Description
Creamy Marry Me Shrimp Pasta is a rich, indulgent dish made with tender shrimp tossed in a sun-dried tomato cream sauce over perfectly cooked pasta. It’s a romantic, restaurant-style meal you can whip up at home in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz fettuccine or pasta of choice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- ½ cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped parsley or basil, for garnish
Instructions
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Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook 1–2 minutes per side until pink. Remove from skillet and set aside.
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In the same skillet, sauté garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and sun-dried tomatoes for 1–2 minutes.
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Pour in chicken broth and simmer for 2 minutes, then stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle boil.
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Reduce heat and add parmesan cheese, stirring until the sauce thickens.
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Return shrimp to the skillet, then add the cooked pasta and toss to combine.
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Garnish with fresh parsley or basil and serve warm.
Notes
- Use freshly grated parmesan for the smoothest sauce
- You can substitute chicken for shrimp if desired
- Add spinach or mushrooms for extra veggies
- Make it spicier with extra red pepper flakes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stove Top
- Cuisine: Italian-American