Description
Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta is a mouthwatering dish that perfectly marries the rich flavors of garlic and butter with tender, succulent shrimp, all tossed with al dente fettuccine. This easy-to-make recipe takes only 15 minutes to prepare, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions. The zesty lemon juice adds a refreshing brightness that enhances every bite, ensuring that this dish impresses family and friends alike. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy night in, Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta is sure to satisfy your cravings for comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fettuccine
- 1 lb shrimp
- 4 cloves garlic
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese
- 4 tbsp butter
- Juice and zest of ¼ lemon
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
- Sea salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine in boiling salted water until al dente, then drain.
- In a skillet, heat cooking oil over medium heat; sauté minced garlic for 2 minutes.
- Add butter to the skillet; once melted, add shrimp and cook until opaque (about 4–6 minutes).
- Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Toss in the cooked fettuccine until evenly coated.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 280g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 220mg