This easy Shrimp Alfredo recipe uses just a few staple ingredients and is ready in less than 20 minutes! The creamy homemade alfredo sauce and perfectly sautéed shrimp will feel like fine dining!
Shrimp Alfredo
This easy Shrimp Alfredo recipe is fresh and delicious with a creamy homemade alfredo sauce. It uses staple ingredients and is ready in less than 20 minutes!
Prep: 5min
Total: 20min
Serving Size: 1 serving
Nutrition Facts: calories 801 kcal, Carbohydrate 58 g, Protein 20 g, Fat 55 g, Saturated Fat 33 g, Trans Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 235 mg, Sodium 487 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 2 g, unSaturated Fat 18 g, servingSize 1 serving
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 4 cloves garlic (, finely minced)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 4 oz freshly grated Parmesan cheese (about 2 cups)
- Salt and pepper (, to taste)
- 1 lb fettucine noodles (or favorite kind of pasta)
- 1.5 lbs large shrimp (, thawed and peeled, tails optional)
- 1 Tablespoon oil or butter
- fresh chopped parsley (, for garnish (optional))
Instruction:
- Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Melt 1 tablespoon butter or oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add shrimp and cook, stirring occasionally, until pink, about 2-3 minutes. Serve noodles with a scoop of shrimp on top. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
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FAQ
What can I add to alfredo sauce to make it taste better?
You can get creative with your spice cabinet to add flavor to store-bought alfredo sauce. Garlic powder as mentioned above is just a start. Red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper, Italian seasoning, dried oregano, dried thyme, onion powder, salt, black pepper, or white pepper are all great options.
What goes good with shrimp alfredo?
How does Gordon Ramsay make Alfredo?
- Combine heavy whipping cream and parmesan cheese in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the sauce over low heat, occasionally stirring, until it has thickened and has reduced by half, about 10 minutes.
- Serve hot with your favorite pasta shape and season with salt and pepper.
What is the secret to smooth alfredo sauce?
