Description
This Garlic Shrimp Pasta is the ultimate 25-minute weeknight dinner! Fresh shrimp, garlic, and a zesty lemon sauce come together in this easy, flavorful dish. Perfectly cooked pasta is tossed with tender shrimp and a light, savory garlic sauce for a simple yet elegant meal. Pair it with a side of garlic bread or a fresh green salad for a complete dinner. Try this recipe tonight and enjoy a delicious, no-fuss dinner that’s sure to please!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb spaghetti or linguine
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp olive oil (divided)
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Cook Shrimp: In a large skillet, heat 2 tbsp of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink and opaque (about 2-3 minutes per side). Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Prepare Garlic Sauce: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp of olive oil. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute). Stir in chicken broth and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Combine Pasta and Shrimp: Add cooked pasta and shrimp to the skillet. Toss to coat the pasta and shrimp in the garlic sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until everything is heated through.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a creamier version, add 1/4 cup of heavy cream to the garlic sauce.
- You can substitute the shrimp with cooked chicken or roasted vegetables for a different variation.
- Serve with garlic bread or a green salad for a complete meal.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to taste for spiciness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: Garlic Shrimp Pasta, easy shrimp pasta, 25-minute pasta, weeknight dinner, garlic butter shrimp pasta