Creamy Marry Me Shrimp Pasta is a decadent and flavorful dinner perfect for weeknights when you crave something both comforting and elegant. Tender shrimp are seasoned with smoky paprika and Italian herbs, then sautéed in flavorful sun dried tomato oil. The sauce a luscious blend of tomato paste, sun dried tomatoes, spinach, heavy cream, and Parmesan gets thickened with gluten‑free flour for a velvety texture that clings beautifully to gluten free penne. Topped with fresh basil, this dish is quick to prepare (around 35 minutes) and impresses with every bite. 

Full Recipe:

Ingredients

For the Shrimp:

• 1 lb extra large shrimp (peeled & deveined)

• ½ Tbsp smoked paprika

• ¾ Tbsp Italian seasoning

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• ¾ tsp salt

• 1½ Tbsp sun dried tomato oil (from the tomato jar)

For the Sauce:

• 2½ Tbsp tomato paste

• ½ cup diced sun dried tomatoes

• 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning

• ⅓ tsp sweet smoked paprika

• ½ tsp salt

• ¾ tsp dried basil

• 2 Tbsp gluten free 1:1 flour

• 2 cups diced fresh spinach

• 2 Tbsp butter

• 2 Tbsp minced onion

• 2 Tbsp minced garlic

• 2 cups vegetable broth

• 1 cup heavy cream

• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Other:

• 12 oz gluten free penne pasta

• Fresh chopped basil (for garnish) 

Directions

1. Cook the Pasta: Boil gluten free penne according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. Season the Shrimp: In a bowl, toss the shrimp with smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and salt.

3. Sauté the Shrimp: Heat sun dried tomato oil in a large skillet over medium‑high heat. Add the shrimp and cook about 2–3 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

4. Build the Sauce Base: In the same skillet, melt butter. Sauté minced onion and garlic until fragrant and translucent (around 2–3 minutes).

5. Add Flavorings & Flour: Stir in tomato paste, diced sun‑dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and dried basil; cook for about 2 minutes. Sprinkle in gluten‑free flour and stir, cooking for another minute.

6. Add Liquids & Spinach: Gradually whisk in vegetable broth and heavy cream until smooth and slightly thickened. Add the spinach and cook until wilted (~5 minutes).

7. Finish the Sauce: Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is creamy. Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat.

8. Combine with Pasta: Gently stir in the cooked pasta until it's well coated in sauce.

9. Garnish & Serve: Top with fresh chopped basil and serve immediately. 

Nutrient Details

• Total Time: ~35 minutes

• Yield: 4 servings

• This recipe is gluten free (using gluten free flour and pasta) and includes nutrient‑boosting spinach.

• While the original source doesn’t list full nutritional data, similar versions estimate around 300 kcal per serving though actual values may vary based on specific ingredients used.