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A delicious pan of Garlic Butter Shrimp and Pasta, featuring tender shrimp sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce, tossed with al dente spaghetti, and garnished with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan. This flavorful dish is a perfect combination of creamy, buttery goodness with a hint of citrus and herbs.

Easy Garlic Butter Shrimp and Pasta

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This easy garlic butter shrimp and pasta features tender shrimp and al dente spaghetti tossed in a rich garlic butter sauce. Ready in 30 minutes, this restaurant-quality dinner combines simple ingredients for maximum flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 5
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 585
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb spaghetti or linguine
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 8 cloves garlic minced
  • 8 tablespoons 1 stick unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ½ cup white wine or chicken broth
  • 1 lemon juiced
  • ½ cup fresh parsley chopped
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pasta pot
  • Colander
  • Large skillet or sauté pan
  • Sharp knife for mincing garlic
  • Microplane or cheese grater for Parmesan

Method
 

Cook Pasta:
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining.
Prepare Shrimp:
  1. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.
Make Sauce:
  1. Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat
  2. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, cook 1 minute
  3. Add shrimp, cook 2-3 minutes per side until pink
  4. Remove shrimp from pan
Finish Dish:
  1. Add wine and lemon juice to pan, simmer 2-3 minutes
  2. Return shrimp to pan
  3. Add cooked pasta and toss to combine
  4. Add pasta water as needed for desired sauce consistency
  5. Stir in parsley and Parmesan

Nutrition

Calories: 585kcalCarbohydrates: 62gProtein: 35gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 185mgSodium: 890mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • Don't overcook the shrimp
  • Use fresh garlic for best flavor
  • Reserve pasta water for silky sauce
  • Serve immediately for best results

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