Description
A quick, foolproof weeknight dinner that cooks shrimp and pasta in a single pot with garlic, white wine, and butter for a restaurant-quality meal in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8–10 oz (225-280g) uncooked linguine or spaghetti
- 1 lb (450g) raw, peeled, and deveined shrimp
- 6–8 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1.5 cups (360ml) low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- ½ cup (120ml) dry white wine (e.g., Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)
- ½ cup (120ml) water
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ¼ cup (60ml) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep ingredients: Mince garlic, chop parsley, and measure liquids. Ensure shrimp are thawed and patted dry.
- Heat butter and olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, stirring constantly for 30-60 seconds until fragrant but not brown.
- Add shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Season with salt and pepper. Cook undisturbed for 1-2 minutes until bottoms turn pink, then flip. Cook for 3-4 minutes total until done. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add uncooked pasta, broth, white wine, and water. Stir to scrape up browned bits from the bottom.
- Bring liquid to a boil, then reduce heat to a steady simmer. Stir frequently for 10-12 minutes until pasta is al dente and liquid has thickened.
- Return shrimp to the pot. Add lemon juice and half of the Parmesan cheese. Stir gently to combine and warm shrimp through.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or more lemon juice if needed.
- Remove from heat. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan and fresh parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
Do not overcook the shrimp; remove them early to prevent rubberiness. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of hot water or broth. If using frozen shrimp, ensure they are completely thawed and patted dry. For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth and omit shrimp.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 35
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