Description
Creamy Garlic Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo
This rich, creamy, and garlicky shrimp Alfredo pasta is an absolute showstopper! A perfect blend of juicy shrimp, velvety Alfredo sauce, and fettuccine pasta—it’s a restaurant-quality meal made right at home.
Ingredients
For the Shrimp:
1 lb large shrimp (peeled & deveined)
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter
3 cloves garlic (minced)
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp Italian seasoning
For the Alfredo Sauce:
2 tbsp unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1½ cups heavy cream
1 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
½ cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp Italian seasoning
¼ tsp crushed red pepper (optional for heat)
For the Pasta:
12 oz fettuccine pasta
1 tsp salt (for boiling water)
Instructions
Cook the Pasta:
Boil fettuccine in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Sauté the Shrimp:
Heat olive oil & butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Add shrimp, garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from pan and set aside.
Make the Alfredo Sauce:
In the same pan, add butter and garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds.
Pour in heavy cream, season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Stir in parmesan and mozzarella cheese until smooth and creamy.
Combine & Serve:
Add fettuccine to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly.
Top with sautéed shrimp and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Serve immediately with extra parmesan cheese and warm garlic bread!
Creamy, garlicky, and packed with flavor—this shrimp Alfredo pasta is a dream come true! Who’s making this tonight?
