Creamy shrimp Spaghetti Alfredo

Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Description

A creamy, dreamy pasta dish that combines tender spaghetti, succulent shrimp, and a rich homemade Alfredo sauce. Perfect for weeknight comfort or a special dinner that feels like restaurant-quality—right at home.

Ingredients

For the Shrimp:

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled & deveined

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp paprika

• Salt & pepper to taste

For the Pasta & Sauce:

• 12 oz spaghetti

• 4 tbsp unsalted butter

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 cups heavy cream

• 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• Salt & pepper to taste

• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Cook the Pasta

   • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

   • Cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente.

   • Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.

2. Cook the Shrimp

   • Pat shrimp dry and season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

   • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

   • Cook shrimp for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.

3. Make the Alfredo Sauce

   • In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.

   • Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

   • Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.

   • Add Parmesan and Italian seasoning, whisking until smooth.

   • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

4. Combine

   • Toss spaghetti into the Alfredo sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed to loosen.

   • Gently fold in cooked shrimp.

5. Serve

   • Garnish with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan.

   • Serve hot with garlic bread or a side salad.

Tips & Variations

• Swap spaghetti for fettuccine or linguine for a classic Alfredo twist.

• Add sautéed spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor and color.

• Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter sauce.