Creamy Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta Recipe
Creamy lemon garlic shrimp pasta combines juicy shrimp with a luscious, tangy lemon and garlic cream sauce, creating a delicious and easy-to-make meal. This recipe highlights fresh ingredients for a flavor-packed pasta perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz linguine or pasta of choice
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- Optional: Red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink. Remove from the pan.
- In the same pan, sauté garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream, lemon zest, and juice.
- Add Parmesan and cook until sauce thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
- Return shrimp to the pan, tossing to coat in the sauce. Add the cooked pasta and mix everything together.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- You can use any pasta you prefer, like spaghetti or fettuccine.
- Adjust lemon and garlic levels to your taste preference.
- Serve with crusty bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650 mg