Description
Savor the delightful flavor of Shrimp Alfredo Pasta, a comforting dish featuring tender shrimp, creamy sauce, and fettuccine noodles. Ideal for an easy weeknight meal or a special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fettuccine noodles
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 6 tablespoons salted butter, divided
- 1 pound large 31-40 count shrimp, peeled, deveined, and tails-off, patted dry
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon salt, divided
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups whole milk
- 1¼ cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
- 2 teaspoons fresh parsley, finely chopped, optional garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine noodles in a large pot of boiling salted water to al dente according to package directions, drain, and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil and one tablespoon butter. Once the butter is melted, add the shrimp in an even layer. Cook for 2-2 ½ minutes on the first side.
- Flip the shrimp, add the minced garlic, and season with ¼ teaspoon salt and black pepper. Cook for another 2-2 ½ minutes or until the shrimp are pink and the garlic is softened.
- Remove the shrimp from the skillet and transfer to a clean plate.
- Reduce the heat to medium, add the remaining 5 tablespoons butter. Once melted, add the garlic powder and flour. Whisk and cook for 1 minute until absorbed by the butter.
- Slowly whisk in the whole milk and heavy cream until no lumps remain.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 3-4 minutes or until thickened.
- Whisk in the parmesan cheese until completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Add the reserved fettuccine noodles to the skillet and toss to coat.
- Add the shrimp back to the skillet and garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
Make sure to pat the shrimp dry before cooking to achieve a nice sear.
Adjust seasoning according to personal preference for salt and pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 605
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 240mg