Description
Creamy Marry Me Shrimp Pasta is a romantic dish that combines succulent shrimp with a luscious creamy sauce, making it perfect for date nights or cozy dinners at home. This indulgent meal features tender pasta enveloped in a rich blend of garlic, Parmesan, and fresh herbs, sure to impress anyone who takes a bite. With just 30 minutes from prep to table, it’s an easy yet elegant option for any occasion. Serve it with garlic bread or a fresh salad for a complete dining experience that feels special without the fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine or spaghetti
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add shrimp; season with salt and pepper. Cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and simmer. Stir in heavy cream and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Mix in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Toss cooked pasta into the sauce; adjust consistency with reserved pasta water as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 200mg