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Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta: A Quick Delight to Try!

A quick and delicious Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta recipe that combines succulent shrimp with a creamy lemon garlic sauce over pasta.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces linguine or spaghetti
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Method
 

  1. In a large pot or deep skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Add the shrimp to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the pot and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, add the chicken broth, heavy cream, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer.
  4. Add the linguine or spaghetti to the pot, stirring to combine. Cook according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes, until the pasta is al dente. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  5. Once the pasta is cooked, return the shrimp to the pot. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in the chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese until well combined.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley and Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute half of the heavy cream with low-fat milk.
  • You can also add vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes during the last few minutes of cooking for added nutrition and flavor.

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