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A delicious pan of Garlic Butter Shrimp and Pasta, featuring tender shrimp sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce, tossed with al dente spaghetti, and garnished with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan. This flavorful dish is a perfect combination of creamy, buttery goodness with a hint of citrus and herbs.

Easy Garlic Butter Shrimp and Pasta

This easy garlic butter shrimp and pasta features tender shrimp and al dente spaghetti tossed in a rich garlic butter sauce. Ready in 30 minutes, this restaurant-quality dinner combines simple ingredients for maximum flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 5
Calories: 585kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American
Keyword: Garlic Butter Shrimp and Pasta
Cost: $30

🍳 Equipment

  • Large pasta pot
  • Colander
  • Large skillet or sauté pan
  • Sharp knife for mincing garlic
  • Microplane or cheese grater for Parmesan

🛒 Ingredients

  • 1 lb spaghetti or linguine
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 8 cloves garlic minced
  • 8 tablespoons 1 stick unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ½ cup white wine or chicken broth
  • 1 lemon juiced
  • ½ cup fresh parsley chopped
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

📋 Instructions

Cook Pasta:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining.

Prepare Shrimp:

  • Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.

Make Sauce:

  • Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat
  • Add garlic and red pepper flakes, cook 1 minute
  • Add shrimp, cook 2-3 minutes per side until pink
  • Remove shrimp from pan

Finish Dish:

  • Add wine and lemon juice to pan, simmer 2-3 minutes
  • Return shrimp to pan
  • Add cooked pasta and toss to combine
  • Add pasta water as needed for desired sauce consistency
  • Stir in parsley and Parmesan

📝 Notes

  • Don't overcook the shrimp
  • Use fresh garlic for best flavor
  • Reserve pasta water for silky sauce
  • Serve immediately for best results

🥗 Nutrition

Calories: 585kcal | Carbohydrates: 62g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 185mg | Sodium: 890mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g