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Marry Me Shrimp Pasta - A Creamy, Flavor-Packed Dish

🍤 Marry Me Shrimp Pasta – A Creamy, Flavor-Packed Dish

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 540
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz linguine or fettuccine pasta
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • Âľ cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes oil-packed, drained and sliced
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste for richness
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Chopped fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta in salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Season shrimp with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add butter and garlic. Sauté 30 seconds, then stir in red pepper flakes, tomato paste, and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for 1 minute.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and stir to deglaze the pan. Simmer for 2–3 minutes, then lower heat.
  6. Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Stir until smooth and slightly thickened, about 3–5 minutes.
  7. Return shrimp to the pan and toss to coat. Add lemon juice and cooked pasta. Toss everything together until well combined.
  8. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve hot!

Notes

Don’t overcook the shrimp—they should be just pink and springy.
Use shell-on shrimp for extra flavor (but peel before serving!).
For extra richness, add 1 tbsp cream cheese to the sauce.
Add spinach or arugula just before finishing for a veggie boost.
Great with garlic bread or a crisp green salad on the side.