Creamy Shrimp Alfredo
Creamy shrimp Alfredo is the ultimate comfort food, featuring succulent shrimp in a rich, velvety sauce served over fettuccine pasta. This dish is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or impressing guests at your next gathering. With its delightful blend of flavors and easy preparation, you’ll feel like a culinary pro as you create this satisfying meal that’s sure to please everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sauteing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant, then add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque.
- Pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly until simmering. Gradually mix in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Combine cooked fettuccine with the shrimp and sauce, tossing to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 625
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 220mg