Description
A delicious and creamy Garlic Butter Fettuccine with perfectly seasoned shrimp, tossed in a garlicky butter sauce with Parmesan cheese and a hint of lemon. This quick and easy pasta dish combines tender shrimp and flavorful seasonings for a satisfying and comforting meal.
Ingredients
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Pasta
- 8 oz Fettucine or any long type of pasta you like
- Water to boil the pasta in
- 3-4 tbs Salt, for adding to the pasta water
- 1-2 cups Pasta water
Shrimp
- 1 lb Raw shrimp, peeled, deveined and tail removed (preferably jumbo size, thawed if frozen)
- 1 tbs Lemon Pepper Seasoning
- 1 tbs Old Bay Seasoning
- 1 tbs Paprika
Sauce and Garnish
- 5 tbs Butter, divided
- 1 tbs Olive Oil
- 7-8 Garlic Cloves, minced
- Juice of 1 Lemon
- 3 oz Parmesan Cheese, freshly grated
- 1 Pinch Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- Parsley Flakes for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season the Shrimp: In a bowl, coat the raw shrimp thoroughly with lemon pepper seasoning, Old Bay seasoning, and paprika. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 3-4 tablespoons of salt, then add the fettucine. Cook the pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Be sure to set a timer to avoid overcooking. Reserve 1-2 cups of pasta water before draining.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. When the butter is foaming, add the seasoned shrimp. Cook for about 1.5 to 2 minutes per side, making sure not to overcook until shrimp turn pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from the pan and set aside.
- Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: In the same skillet, add the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter and reduce heat to low-medium. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook just until fragrant, about 1 to 2 minutes. Avoid browning the garlic.
- Add Liquids and Seasoning: Pour in reserved pasta water, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir quickly to combine and bring everything to a gentle simmer.
- Toss Pasta and Cheese: Lower the heat to low and add the cooked, undrained pasta along with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Stir vigorously until the cheese melts and combines with the sauce, coating the pasta evenly.
- Add Shrimp and Final Seasoning: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss gently to mix. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley flakes if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful garlic butter fettucine and shrimp!
Notes
- Thaw frozen shrimp overnight in the refrigerator for best results.
- Be careful not to overcook the shrimp to keep them tender and juicy.
- You can adjust the amount of garlic according to your preference—more for garlic lovers!
- If you prefer a spicier dish, increase the red pepper flakes.
- Reserve some pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency if it becomes too thick.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 190 mg
