American

Juicy Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta with Rich Sauce

This popular American pasta dish features juicy shrimp tossed in a rich, garlicky cream sauce over perfectly cooked linguine. It's a crowd-pleasing, restaurant-style meal that's quick enough for a weeknight and impressive enough for guests.

35 min4 servings540 cal

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Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook linguine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.

  2. 2

    Pat shrimp dry, then season with salt and black pepper.

  3. 3

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.

  4. 4

    Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the skillet. Once melted, sauté garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  5. 5

    Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Simmer for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.

  6. 6

    Add cooked pasta, reserved pasta water (as needed for desired sauce consistency), and shrimp. Toss everything together until evenly coated and heated through.

  7. 7

    Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle with fresh parsley.

  8. 8

    Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

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