Description
This Shrimp Alfredo with Parsley Emerald Swirl is a rich, creamy, and satisfying pasta dish perfect for a quick gourmet-style weeknight dinner. It combines tender shrimp, fettuccine, and a velvety garlic-Parmesan sauce with a vibrant fresh parsley finish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 12 oz fettuccine or linguine
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 0.5 cup Pecorino Romano cheese, freshly grated
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 1 tbsp olive oil and fettuccine, cooking 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Sauté Shrimp and Garlic: In a large skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- Prepare Alfredo Sauce: In the same skillet, add the remaining 6 tbsp butter and heavy cream. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low. Whisk in Parmesan and Pecorino Romano cheeses until melted and smooth, about 2-3 minutes. If too thick, whisk in reserved pasta water. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine Ingredients: Add drained pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat. Fold in cooked shrimp and chopped parsley. Serve immediately, optionally with a squeeze of lemon juice.
Notes
Thaw frozen shrimp completely to avoid excess moisture. For a lighter sauce, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream. Use freshly grated cheeses for best flavor and melt. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. Avoid overcooking shrimp as they can become rubbery. A squeeze of lemon juice at the end adds brightness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups (approx 300 g)
- Calories: 750 calories
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 50 g
- Saturated Fat: 30 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 70 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 250 mg
Keywords: shrimp alfredo, pasta, creamy, weeknight dinner, quick, family favorite, parsley, gourmet, easy, Italian-American