Dinner should be easy, quick, and flavorful—and this Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta is just that! It’s made in one pot, takes only 20 minutes, and is packed with rich garlic butter flavor and juicy shrimp. This dish feels like a restaurant-quality meal, but it’s simple enough for a busy weeknight.
Ingredients:
- 200g spaghetti or linguine
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled & deveined)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions:
Step 1: Cook the Pasta
- Boil the pasta according to package instructions and drain. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water for later.
Step 2: Sauté the Shrimp
- In a large pan, heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter.
- Add shrimp, season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp turns pink. Remove and set aside.
Step 3: Make the Garlic Butter Sauce
- In the same pan, melt the remaining butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add chicken broth and let it simmer for 2 minutes.
- Stir in parmesan cheese and lemon juice.
Step 4: Combine Everything
- Add the cooked pasta and shrimp back into the pan.
- Toss well to coat everything in the garlic butter sauce.
- If needed, add some reserved pasta water to adjust the consistency.
Step 5: Serve & Enjoy!
- Garnish with fresh parsley and extra parmesan cheese.
- Serve immediately with garlic bread or a side salad.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
✅ One-Pot Meal – Less cleanup!
✅ Full of Flavor – Garlic butter sauce makes it irresistible.
✅ Quick & Easy – Ready in 20 minutes!
This Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta is the perfect dinner for when you want something delicious without spending hours in the kitchen! 🍤🍝
Final Thoughts
- Start your morning with Fluffy Banana Pancakes 🥞
- Enjoy a Spicy Chicken Wrap for a healthy lunch 🌯
- End the day with Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta for a satisfying dinner 🍝