Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta, a quick and satisfying dish that can be prepared in just 20 minutes. This recipe features succulent shrimp sautéed to perfection in a rich garlic butter sauce, tossed with your choice of pasta and fresh greens for a nutritious twist. Ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this dish offers versatility, allowing you to customize it with your favorite vegetables or herbs. The combination of buttery goodness and zesty flavors will impress both family and friends alike. Whether served as a comforting dinner or an elegant meal, Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta is sure to become a go-to favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine, linguine, or spaghetti
- 1 pound medium shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 cups baby arugula or spinach
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of boiling salted water; drain well.
- Season the shrimp with salt and pepper; set aside.
- In a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Add garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes, cooking until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes). Add shrimp and cook until pink (about 2-3 minutes). Set aside.
- Melt remaining butter in the same skillet. Stir in cooked pasta, arugula, and Parmesan until arugula wilts (about 2 minutes). Mix in the cooked shrimp.
- Serve immediately garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 150mg