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Shrimp Alfredo with Angel Hair Pasta in a bowl.

Shrimp Alfredo Pasta Recipe

Zona House
Shrimp in Alfredo features a creamy garlic sauce with shredded Parmesan and tender shrimp, all tossed with al dente angel hair pasta. This quick recipe is ready in just 15 minutes.
4.50 from 8 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 486 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces angel hair pasta (or fettuccine, linguine, etc.)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 6 Tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup milk
  • ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 2 teaspoons jarred minced garlic
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)
  • 1 pound shrimp, thawed (I buy peeled, deveined and tails removed)
  • 1 Tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • In a large saucepan, cook the pasta according to the package directions, then drain using a colander.
  • While the pasta is cooking, cut the cream cheese into cubes.
  • Also, heat a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the cream cheese and butter, stirring until melted. It won’t be smooth and creamy yet.
  • Stir in the milk, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, salt and pepper. Cook and stir for 3-4 minutes or until thickened and smooth.
  • Add the shrimp and cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes, flipping them over halfway through. The shrimp will be opaque and pink when cooked through.
  • Stir in the drained pasta until well coated and cook until warmed through about 2-3 minutes. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley, if desired. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Notes about ingredients and substitutions
  • You can use fettuccine pasta, linguine, or any type of pasta instead of angel hair pasta.
  • ​Try using heavy cream instead of whole milk.
  • For a spicy kick, add some red pepper flakes or Cajun seasoning.
  • For the easiest and quickest prep, I recommend buying frozen shrimp in a bag that is labeled “peeled, deveined and tails removed”.
Storage Instructions
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4-5 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 486kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 22gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 174mgSodium: 788mgPotassium: 302mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1181IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 241mgIron: 1mg
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