Description
Creamy Marry Me Shrimp Pasta is a luscious and comforting dish featuring tender shrimp cooked in a garlic-infused creamy sauce enriched with Parmesan cheese and sun-dried tomatoes. This delicious pasta combines Italian seasoning and a hint of red pepper flakes for a perfect balance of flavors, ready in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal weeknight dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 12 oz linguine or spaghetti
Shrimp
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Sauce
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine or spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water, and set aside.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the peeled and deveined shrimp with salt and pepper. Add them to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Prepare the Sauce: To the skillet with garlic, add heavy cream, chicken broth, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Stir well and let the sauce simmer for 4-5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Toss Pasta in Sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to combine. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add some of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
- Combine Shrimp: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet with the pasta and sauce. Stir to combine and let it cook together for another 2 minutes until the shrimp is heated through.
- Season and Garnish: Taste the dish and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve warm.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth for a different flavor profile.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, increase the amount of crushed red pepper flakes.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best flavor and creamy texture.
- Reserve some pasta water carefully, as it helps to adjust the sauce consistency perfectly.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
