Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta: A Juicy Twist on a Classic Meal
Delve into this flavorful Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta recipe that combines succulent shrimp with a rich garlic butter sauce, served over pasta for a delightful meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Season with salt, and stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice.
- Toss the cooked spaghetti into the skillet with the shrimp and sauce. Mix well to combine.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a side of garlic bread.
- For added flavor, consider adding a splash of white wine to the skillet while cooking the shrimp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg