Description
Creamy Shrimp Linguine Explosion is a rich, restaurant-style dish you can whip up in under 30 minutes. Tender shrimp, al dente pasta, and a silky parmesan cream sauce come together in one irresistible pan.
Ingredients
• 12 oz linguine pasta
• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• ½ cup dry white wine or chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. Cook linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add shrimp and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side or until pink. Remove from skillet.
3. In the same skillet, sauté garlic and red pepper flakes for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Pour in white wine or broth, scraping up browned bits. Simmer for 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly.
5. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Cook for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
6. Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted. Mix in lemon juice.
7. Return shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
8. Add cooked linguine and toss everything together until well combined.
9. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
– Use fresh parmesan for best flavor and a smoother sauce.
– Add lemon zest for extra brightness.
– Reserve some pasta water to thin the sauce if needed.
– Substitute shrimp with scallops, chicken, or mushrooms.
– Not ideal for freezing due to cream-based sauce.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American