Description
Marry Me Shrimp Pasta is a romantic dish that combines succulent shrimp with a creamy garlic-infused sauce over perfectly cooked fettuccine. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for date nights, anniversaries, or any occasion where you want to impress. With its rich flavors and elegant presentation, this meal might just make your loved one pop the question!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp butter or olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast for vegan)
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter or olive oil. Add shrimp and cook for about 3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; stir well. Add lemon juice and Parmesan cheese while simmering until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Add drained pasta to the skillet with shrimp and sauce, tossing everything together while adding reserved pasta water as needed.
- Serve garnished with extra Parmesan or fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
Keywords: Swap shrimp for chicken or veggies based on preference. Spice it up with red pepper flakes or add fresh spinach before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat with a splash of chicken broth.