Description
If you’re looking for a luxurious yet easy weeknight dinner or a special dish for a memorable occasion, our Creamy Shrimp Fettuccine Pasta with Homemade Alfredo Sauce is a perfect choice. This recipe combines tender shrimp with fettuccine pasta, all enveloped in a rich and velvety Alfredo sauce made from scratch. With a blend of fresh Parmesan cheese, cream, and garlic, this dish promises a restaurant-quality experience right at home.
Ingredients
8 ounces fettuccine pasta
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/4 cup butter
1 cup heavy cream
1 clove garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cook the Fettuccine: Boil the fettuccine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Alfredo Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and gradually add Parmesan cheese, stirring until the sauce is smooth.
- Combine: Return the shrimp to the skillet, add the drained fettuccine, and toss to coat everything in the Alfredo sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
For best results, serve the dish immediately as the Alfredo sauce is creamiest when freshly made.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 650 kcal per serving
Keywords: Creamy Shrimp Fettuccine, Homemade Alfredo Sauce, Shrimp Pasta Recipe, Italian Pasta, Alfredo Fettuccine, Rich Shrimp Pasta