Description
Introducing Marry Me Shrimp with Pasta, a delightful and creamy Italian-inspired dish that will transform your weeknight dinners into something special. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this flavorful meal, featuring tender shrimp in a rich sauce complemented by sun-dried tomatoes and fresh herbs. Perfect for impressing loved ones or enjoying a cozy family meal, this dish is as beautiful as it is delicious. With its vibrant colors and comforting flavors, Marry Me Shrimp with Pasta is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces linguine pasta
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- ⅓ cup fresh basil, chopped
- Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the linguine in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the shrimp seasoned with Italian seasoning until pink and opaque. Remove from the skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in flour for one minute before gradually whisking in chicken broth followed by heavy cream until smooth.
- Mix in parmesan cheese and sun-dried tomatoes until well combined. Return the shrimp to the skillet along with the cooked linguine. Toss gently to coat.
- Stir in fresh basil and serve warm, garnished with additional basil or parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 220mg