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Irresistible Creamy Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A delightful pasta dish featuring succulent shrimp in a creamy lemon garlic sauce. This recipe is quick, easy, and bursting with flavor, perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 8 oz Linguine or Fettuccine (gluten-free option available)

Shrimp

  • 1 lb Shrimp (fresh or thawed frozen, patted dry)

Sauce

  • 2 tbsp Butter (or olive oil for dairy-free)
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1 cup Half-and-half or Heavy Cream (or coconut milk for dairy-free)
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian)
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (or nutritional yeast for dairy-free)
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley (chopped)
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch (optional for thickening)

Notes

Adjust the amount of lemon juice and garlic to your preference. For a richer sauce, use heavy cream. Serve immediately for the best flavor.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $18
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: shrimp

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 20g | Sodium: 600mg