Shrimp Alfredo
Shrimp Alfredo is a creamy, dreamy dish that elevates any weeknight dinner into a delightful experience. With perfectly cooked fettuccine, succulent shrimp, and a velvety sauce, this recipe creates a comforting meal that brings family and friends together. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite ingredients, this dish is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb large shrimp, deveined
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant; add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque.
- Lower the heat, stir in heavy cream, and simmer until slightly thickened.
- Gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese until melted; season with salt and pepper.
- Add cooked fettuccine and shrimp to the sauce; toss until well coated.
- Serve immediately, garnished with parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg