Description
Marry Me Shrimp with Pasta is an exquisite dish that combines the allure of Italian cuisine with the comforting textures of creamy pasta and succulent shrimp. Perfect for a romantic dinner or a cozy family gathering, this dish can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy evenings. The creamy sauce, enriched with fresh herbs, sun-dried tomatoes, and a hint of garlic, envelops perfectly cooked shrimp and linguine, creating a flavor explosion in every bite. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or enjoying a weeknight meal, this dish is sure to impress everyone at your table.
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 grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- ⅓ cup fresh basil, chopped
- Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, paprika
Instructions
- Cook the linguine in boiling salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Season shrimp with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter; sauté garlic until fragrant. Stir in flour to form a roux; cook for about 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream until smooth. Once thickened, add Parmesan cheese and sun-dried tomatoes; mix well.
- Return shrimp to the skillet along with fresh basil, paprika, salt, and pepper; combine.
- Gently toss cooked linguine into the sauce mixture until well-coated. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra basil or Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 195mg