Tuscan Garlic Shrimp Pasta (Print)

Delicious shrimp and pasta tossed in a creamy garlic-Parmesan sauce with spinach and sun-dried tomatoes.

# Ingredients:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Pasta

02 - 12 oz fettuccine or linguine

→ Vegetables

03 - 2 cups baby spinach
04 - 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced, packed in oil, drained
05 - 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped

→ Dairy

06 - 1 cup heavy cream
07 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
08 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

→ Aromatics

09 - 5 cloves garlic, minced

→ Liquids

10 - 1/2 cup chicken broth

→ Seasonings

11 - 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
12 - 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
13 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish

14 - Fresh parsley, chopped
15 - Additional grated Parmesan cheese

# Instructions:

01 - Boil pasta in salted water following package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season shrimp with salt and pepper, cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Transfer to plate.
03 - Add remaining tablespoon butter to skillet. Sauté onion 2–3 minutes until translucent. Stir in garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Incorporate sun-dried tomatoes, cook 1 minute. Pour in chicken broth and simmer, scraping browned bits from pan.
05 - Lower heat to medium-low. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, Italian herbs, and red pepper flakes. Simmer 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
06 - Add spinach and cook until wilted, stirring gently.
07 - Return shrimp and drained pasta to skillet. Toss to coat with sauce, adding reserved pasta water incrementally to achieve desired consistency.
08 - Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan.

# Pro Tips:

01 -
  • Rich and satisfying Italian flavors in every bite
  • Ready in just over half an hour for easy weeknight comfort
02 -
  • Contains shellfish, dairy, and wheat; choose gluten-free pasta if needed
  • Check labels on sun-dried tomatoes and chicken broth for hidden allergens
03 -
  • Reserve extra pasta water to ensure a creamy, silky sauce
  • Use fresh shrimp for best texture and flavor in this dish
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