Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta
Bring wholesome comfort and rich culinary technique to your table with this flavorful Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta. Crafted with fresh ingredients and balanced seasonings, this dish delivers deeply satisfying taste in every serving.
Recipe Timing
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 4 servings
- Difficulty: Intermediate
Key Takeaways
- Quick & Reliable: Ready in 35 minutes with intermediate difficulty, yielding 4 servings.
- Texture Contrast: Highlights tender al dente pasta enveloped in a rich, glossy emulsified sauce.
- Serving Perfection: Best served steaming hot straight from the pan in warm pasta bowls with freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano.
- Make-Ahead Friendly: Stores effortlessly in an airtight container for easy entertaining.
Nutritional Recipe
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Protein: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fat: 22g
- Dietary Fiber: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
Why You’ll Love This Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta
This Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta delivers hearty comfort, layered aromas, and deeply satisfying textures. It comes together effortlessly using wholesome everyday ingredients, making it a reliable favorite for busy days and special occasions alike.
The Complete Cooking Journey
From the moment you begin measuring out your fresh ingredients and preparing your kitchen workspace, inviting aromas begin to build. Watching the textures transform and develop deep color is deeply satisfying, promising restaurant-quality comfort when served.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb authentic dry Italian pasta (such as penne, rigatoni, or spaghetti)
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, plus more for garnish
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
- 1 medium shallot, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup low-sodium vegetable broth

Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
1 lb authentic dry Italian pasta (such as penne, rigatoni, or spaghetti)
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup heavy cream
4 tbsp unsalted butter
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
4 cloves fresh garlic, thinly sliced
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
½ cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, plus more for garnish
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Fresh basil leaves for garnish
1 medium shallot, finely chopped
1/2 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
Nutrition
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 16g
- Recipe Timing
- Key Takeaways
- Nutritional Recipe
- Why You’ll Love This Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta
- The Complete Cooking Journey
- Ingredients:
- Method:
- Step 1: Cook to Peak Tenderness
- Serving Suggestions & Pairings
- Storage & Make-Ahead Tips
- Kitchen Wisdom & Success Tips
- Flavor Variations & Adaptations
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Wrapping Up

