Creamy Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Pasta
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Pasta: An Easy 30-Minute Dinner
Looking for an easy seafood dinner that tastes like something you'd order at your favorite restaurant? This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Pasta is loaded with tender shrimp, rich garlic Parmesan sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta. Best of all, it comes together in about 30 minutes!
With City Seafood's new Peeled & Deveined Pasta Shrimp , making this delicious dish at home just got even easier.
The Secret to Great Shrimp Pasta
The best shrimp pasta starts with quality shrimp. You want shrimp that cook up tender and juicy without becoming rubbery or tough.
That's where City Seafood's new Peeled & Deveined Pasta Shrimp comes in. With the peeling and deveining already taken care of, you can spend less time preparing ingredients and more time enjoying dinner.
Whether you're cooking for the family or planning a dinner with friends, this is one of those recipes that looks impressive without requiring hours in the kitchen.
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Pasta Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4–6
Ingredients
- 1 lb City Seafood Peeled & Deveined Pasta Shrimp, thawed if frozen
- 12 oz linguine or fettuccine
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup reserved pasta water, as needed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the linguine or fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Before draining, reserve about ½ cup of the pasta water.
2. Season and Cook the Shrimp
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. Season with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for approximately 2–3 minutes per side, depending on size, until opaque and cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
3. Make the Garlic Parmesan Sauce
Reduce heat to medium-low. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant.
Pour in the heavy cream and let it simmer gently for 2–3 minutes.
4. Add the Parmesan Cheese
Reduce the heat to low and gradually stir in the freshly grated Parmesan until melted and smooth. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a little reserved pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.
5. Bring Everything Together
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until coated in the creamy sauce. Stir in the lemon juice, then return the shrimp to the pan. Toss gently until everything is heated through.
6. Serve and Enjoy!
Transfer to serving bowls and top with fresh parsley, additional Parmesan, and freshly cracked black pepper.
Tips for Making the Best Shrimp Pasta
Don't overcook the shrimp. Shrimp cook quickly, and leaving them in the pan too long can make them rubbery.
Use freshly grated Parmesan. It melts more smoothly into the cream sauce than many pre-shredded varieties.
Save that pasta water. The starch in the water helps create a silky sauce that clings to every strand of pasta.
Add a little heat. Sprinkle in some crushed red pepper flakes while making the sauce if you enjoy spicy food.
Try different pasta shapes. Linguine and fettuccine are great choices, but penne or rigatoni work just as well.
What to Serve with Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Pasta
This dish is rich, creamy, and satisfying on its own, but a few simple sides can make it a complete meal.
Try serving it with warm garlic bread, a crisp Caesar salad, roasted asparagus, or steamed broccoli.
For a lighter variation, add fresh spinach or cherry tomatoes directly to the sauce.
Fresh Seafood Delivered Right to Your St. Louis Doorstep
At City Seafood, we believe enjoying quality seafood at home should be simple.
Our new Peeled & Deveined Pasta Shrimp is available in a convenient 2 lb package, giving you plenty of shrimp for this recipe and another delicious meal later in the week.
City Seafood offers free delivery throughout the St. Louis area, along with convenient local pickup in Fenton, Missouri.
Whether you're in West County, South County, St. Charles, or elsewhere in our delivery area, we're making it easier to enjoy great seafood without a trip to the grocery store.
Ready to Make This Recipe?
Pick up some City Seafood Peeled & Deveined Pasta Shrimp and give this creamy garlic Parmesan pasta a try!
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