This easy garlic shrimp pasta recipe is a delicious combination of succulent shrimp, al dente pasta, and a flavorful garlic sauce. It's a quick and satisfying meal that can be prepared in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you want to impress your guests with a simple yet elegant dish. This recipe is a must-try for seafood and pasta lovers.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces linguine
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup white wine
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Directions
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes, until the garlic becomes fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- Deglaze the skillet with white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
- Add the chicken broth and simmer for 2-3 minutes, until the liquid reduces slightly.
- Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Cook for another 2 minutes, until the sauce thickens.
- Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked linguine and cooked shrimp to the skillet. Toss until the pasta and shrimp are coated in the sauce.
- Serve the garlic shrimp pasta hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.