Easy Garlic Shrimp Pasta 

This Easy Garlic Shrimp Pasta is a quick and flavorful dish that's perfect for busy evenings. With juicy shrimp, aromatic garlic, and a hint of lemon, it's ready in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a satisfying weeknight meal.

Full Recipe:

Ingredients

• 8 ounces (225g) spaghetti or linguine pasta

• 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 3 tablespoons olive oil

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• ¼ cup dry white wine or chicken broth

• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

• Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Directions

1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti or linguine and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving about ½ cup of the pasta water.

2. Sauté Garlic and Shrimp: While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the shrimp, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until the shrimp are pink and opaque.

3. Add Wine and Lemon Juice: Pour in the white wine or chicken broth and lemon juice. Let the mixture simmer for about 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the liquid to reduce slightly.

4. Mix in the Butter: Add the butter to the skillet, stirring until it melts and combines into a smooth sauce.

5. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce. If the sauce is too dry, add the reserved pasta water, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.

6. Finish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped parsley over the pasta and season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately, topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 400 kcal

• Protein: 30g

• Carbohydrates: 35g

• Fat: 15g

• Sodium: 800mg

• Cholesterol: 170mg

• Fiber: 2g