Creamy Parmesan Garlic Shrimp Pasta
A delightful dish featuring linguine noodles, succulent shrimp, and a rich creamy garlic sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
For the Shrimp
- 1 pound peeled and deveined jumbo shrimp Use fresh or thawed shrimp.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For cooking the shrimp.
- 3 teaspoons minced garlic Adjust to taste.
For the Sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream For a rich creamy texture.
- ½ cup chicken broth Can substitute with vegetable broth.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning For added flavor.
- ½ cup parmesan cheese Freshly grated recommended.
For the Pasta
- 8 ounces cooked and drained linguine noodles Follow package instructions for cooking.
Instructions
Cooking the Shrimp
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a medium-sized skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season the shrimp with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the seasoned shrimp and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until the shrimp are almost pink.
Making the Sauce
- Pour in the heavy cream, chicken broth, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and parmesan cheese into the skillet.
- Stir to combine and let it simmer for about 3-5 minutes until the sauce starts to thicken.
Combining Pasta
- Add the cooked and drained linguine noodles to the skillet.
- Gently toss to combine and coat the noodles in the creamy sauce.
Serving
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and additional parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
For best flavor, use freshly grated parmesan cheese. Don’t overcook the shrimp; they will continue to cook in the sauce. This dish can be made lighter by using half-and-half instead of heavy cream.