Description
A creamy and comforting one-pan shrimp fettuccine Alfredo recipe that combines succulent shrimp with a rich Parmesan-cream sauce, all cooked together effortlessly in a single skillet for an easy, delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled, deveined, tails optional)
Fettuccine & Sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 ounces fettuccine
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons garlic (minced)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- Salt, pepper, and a dash of nutmeg to taste
Garnish
- Freshly chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat Things Up: Swirl olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper, then cook until they become opaque and curled, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the shrimp and set aside.
- Butter & Garlic Symphony: In the same skillet, melt the butter and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Liquidity Infusion: Pour in the chicken broth followed by whole milk, whisking to combine into a smooth liquid base.
- Noodle Nest: Add the fettuccine to the skillet, submerging them in the liquid. Cover with a lid and simmer over medium heat until the pasta reaches your desired tenderness, about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Creamy Ascent: Remove the lid, reduce the heat to medium, and stir in the heavy cream. Continue stirring until the sauce thickens to a creamy consistency, about 3-5 minutes.
- Cheese & Season: Add the grated Parmesan cheese, a dash of nutmeg, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Stir until the cheese melts fully into the sauce.
- Shrimp Curtain Call: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, tossing them with the fettuccine and sauce to combine everything evenly.
- Finishing Touch: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately for a creamy, flavorful shrimp fettuccine Alfredo.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or use reduced-fat milk, but the sauce will be less rich.
- If you prefer, leave shrimp tails on for presentation.
- Stir occasionally while simmering the pasta to avoid sticking.
- Add crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for best flavor and smooth melting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo, one pan pasta, creamy pasta, easy dinner, Italian shrimp recipe
