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One-Pot Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta

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This One-Pot Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta is a delicious, easy-to-make dish featuring succulent shrimp and creamy garlic butter sauce. Perfect for a weeknight meal, it’s quick to prepare and packs tons of flavor in just one pot.

Ingredients

  • 8 oz (about 225g) pasta (such as linguine or spaghetti)
  • 1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • Cook the pasta: In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add salt and cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water.
  • Cook the shrimp: In the same pot, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook until they are pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the shrimp from the pot and set aside.
  • Make the garlic butter sauce: In the same pot, add the remaining tablespoon of butter and minced garlic. Sauté the garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant, but be careful not to burn it.
  • Add liquids: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir, scraping any brown bits off the bottom of the pot. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for 3-4 minutes, until slightly thickened.
  • Combine pasta and sauce: Add the cooked pasta into the pot and toss to combine. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency.
  • Finish the dish: Stir in the Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes (if using). Add the cooked shrimp back into the pot and mix until well combined.
  • Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can use any type of pasta you prefer for this recipe, but long pasta works best.
  • For a lighter version, substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half or milk.
  • If you prefer more garlic flavor, feel free to add extra minced garlic or garlic powder.

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