Description
A creamy and indulgent Shrimp Alfredo Pasta featuring tender shrimp simmered in a rich Parmesan and heavy cream sauce, served over perfectly cooked fettuccine. This comforting Italian-American classic is easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, making it a perfect weeknight dinner or special occasion meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 3/4 lb fettuccine or penne pasta
Shrimp
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 Tbsp oil
- Sprinkle of paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Sauce
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/3 cup white wine (such as Ste Chapelle Chardonnay)
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 tsp paprika
Garnish
- Parsley or basil (optional)
- Extra Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Freshly cracked black pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Boil salted water and cook 3/4 lb fettuccine noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta but do not rinse it, which helps the sauce adhere better.
- Prepare and Cook Shrimp: Lightly season peeled and deveined shrimp with salt, pepper, and paprika. Heat 1 Tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 1-2 minutes per side until shrimp turn golden pink and opaque white inside. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: In the same skillet over medium-high heat, add 2 Tbsp butter and finely chopped onion. Sauté until golden and soft. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Deglaze with Wine: Pour in 1/3 cup white wine and reduce the liquid by about 75%, scraping the bottom of the pan to lift any browned bits for extra flavor.
- Make Alfredo Sauce: Stir in 2 cups heavy whipping cream and bring to a gentle simmer for about 2 minutes. Sprinkle in 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese and stir until the sauce becomes creamy and smooth. Remove from heat to avoid cheese separation. Season with salt, pepper, and 1/4 tsp paprika to taste.
- Combine Shrimp and Pasta: Add the cooked shrimp and drained pasta to the sauce. Toss gently to coat everything evenly with the creamy Alfredo sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley or basil, extra Parmesan cheese, and freshly cracked black pepper if desired. Serve immediately for best taste and texture.
Notes
- This Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo is a major comfort food favorite, reminiscent of popular seafood Alfredo dishes from restaurants like Olive Garden.
- The dish is surprisingly easy and quick to prepare, ready in under 30 minutes.
- Do not overcook the shrimp to avoid a rubbery texture; they should be just opaque and tender.
- Do not rinse the pasta after draining to help the sauce cling better to the noodles.
- Avoid boiling the sauce once the cheese is added to prevent separation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 647 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 214 mg
- Fat: 39 g
- Saturated Fat: 23 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 273 mg
