Description
A rich and creamy shrimp fettuccine alfredo made in one pan for easy preparation and cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- In the same pan, add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg if using.
- Return shrimp to the pan and toss with the sauce.
- Add cooked fettuccine and mix well.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for best flavor.
- Adjust creaminess by adding more Parmesan if needed.
- Serve immediately for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
Keywords: creamy shrimp fettuccine alfredo, one pan pasta, easy alfredo recipe