Description
This Indulgent Shrimp Alfredo is a rich and creamy fettuccine dish combining succulent sautéed shrimp with a luscious Parmesan cream sauce. Perfect for a satisfying dinner, it features tender shrimp, fresh pasta, and a velvety Alfredo sauce garnished with fresh parsley.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 8 oz Fettuccine pasta (Use fresh for best texture)
Sauce
- 1 cup Heavy cream (Key ingredient for creaminess)
- 4 tbsp Unsalted butter (For sautéing garlic)
- 2 cloves Garlic (Freshly minced for best flavor)
- 1 cup Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (Prefer fresh over pre-packaged)
Shrimp and Seasoning
- 1 lb Large shrimp (Peeled and deveined)
- 1 tsp Salt (Essential for flavor)
- 1 tsp Pepper (Essential for flavor)
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (For garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add the fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically 8-10 minutes. Drain well and set aside.
- Sauté garlic: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant—about 1 minute.
- Cook shrimp: Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet. Cook each side for about 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp and set aside.
- Create Alfredo sauce: Lower the heat slightly and pour in the heavy cream while whisking continuously. Stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese slowly to create a smooth, creamy sauce.
- Combine pasta and shrimp: Gently fold the cooked fettuccine and sautéed shrimp back into the skillet. Toss to ensure everything is well coated in the Shrimp Alfredo sauce.
- Season and garnish: Season with salt and pepper to taste, and plate immediately, garnishing with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Use fresh pasta for the best texture in this dish.
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese melts better and produces a smoother sauce compared to pre-grated cheese.
- Be careful not to overcook the shrimp to keep them tender and juicy.
- For a lighter version, you can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half, though the sauce will be less rich.
- Garnish with fresh parsley to add color and freshness to the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: Shrimp Alfredo, Fettuccine Alfredo, Creamy Shrimp Pasta, Italian Pasta Recipe, Seafood Pasta
