Description
Shrimp Alfredo is creamy, garlicky, and delicious! Tender fettuccine noodles are tossed in a homemade garlic alfredo sauce and loaded up with succulent shrimp and parmesan cheese. This quick and easy, under 30-minute recipe is a go-to for busy nights and a year-round family favorite!
Ingredients
- 8 ounces uncooked fettuccine (1/2 pound)
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup vegetable stock
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled, deveined, and tails removed
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add fettuccine and a little bit of salt and cook until al dente according to package directions, about 10 minutes for dry pasta (3-5 minutes for fresh fettuccine). Drain the noodles well and set aside.
- While cooking the pasta, heat butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until bubbly, about 1 minute. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.Slowly stir in chicken stock and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink.
- Add Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper. Mix well until smooth and thickened to a desired consistency, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add cooked fettuccine and toss well to coat.
- Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
How to store: Transfer cooled shrimp alfredo to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to four days.
How to reheat: Reheat leftover shrimp pasta on the stovetop over medium-low heat until heated through or microwave on medium power for 60-90 seconds until warm.
How to freeze: Transfer leftover shrimp alfredo to a freezer-safe, airtight container such as an airtight container or freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to eat it, allow it to thaw overnight in the refrigerator and then reheat as directed above.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian