Creamy Garlic Shrimp Alfredo: Indulgent Comfort Food at Home
A rich and creamy garlic shrimp alfredo recipe that is perfect for a comforting meal at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat and add minced garlic, sautéing for about 1 minute.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add the Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a lighter version, consider using half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for added flavor and nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 850 milligrams
- Fat: 35 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 150 milligrams
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