Shrimp Alfredo Pasta, a rich and creamy Italian seafood delight, combines Fettuccine, shrimp, butter, and Italian seasonings in a luscious Alfredo sauce. This easy-to-make recipe, perfect with roasted vegetables or salads, is ideal for lunch or dinner and comes together in under 30 minutes.
In a bowl, combine the shrimp with garlic powder, ground black pepper, chili flakes, and salt. Mix thoroughly, and optionally, let it rest for 10 minutes.
To Cook Fettuccine Pasta
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add a drizzle of oil and ½ tsp of salt to the boiling water.
Add the Fettuccine Pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions.
Once the pasta is cooked, drain it from the water and set it aside for later use.
To make Shrimp Alfredo
In a pan over medium heat, add oil and shrimp without overcrowding the pan.
Fry the shrimp for 3 to 5 minutes on both sides until they curl, turn pink, and become opaque. Remove the shrimp from the oil and set them aside.
In the same pan with the remaining oil, add butter and allow it to melt. Once melted, sauté the onion and garlic until aromatic.
Pour in 2 cups of heavy whipping cream and let it simmer.
Season the cream with salt, Italian seasoning, chili flakes, and black pepper powder. Stir the cream frequently to prevent burning and cook until it thickens.
Add Parmesan cheese and stir until it melts. The Alfredo Sauce is now ready.
Add the cooked Fettuccine Pasta to the Alfredo Sauce and gently stir until the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
Layer the pasta with the pan-fried shrimp, garnish with parsley, and remove it from the heat. Enjoy your Shrimp Alfredo Pasta!
To Serve
Pair this creamy Homemade Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo Pasta with a side of roasted vegetables, such as broccoli, asparagus, potatoes, or carrots. Alternatively, enjoy it with a simple salad for a delightful and balanced meal.
Notes
Tips for Perfect Shrimp Alfredo Pasta:
Cream and Garlic: Although traditional Alfredo sauce doesn't include cream and garlic, adding them creates a rich, American restaurant-style sauce, enhancing the dish's flavor and taste.
Utilize Pasta Water: If your sauce thickens too much, add some pasta water to thin it to the desired consistency.
Cooking Temperature: Prepare the sauce over medium heat to prevent the cream and cheese from burning at the bottom of the pan.