Easy Creamy Shrimp Linguine
Creamy Shrimp Linguine is a rich and comforting seafood pasta recipe.Made with juicy shrimp, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and fresh lemon.Ready in just 30 minutes for an easy family dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb linguine pasta
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
- 1 lemon juiced and zested
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season the shrimp with salt and black pepper. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add lemon juice and lemon zest to the sauce. Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat.
- Add the drained linguine to the skillet and gently toss everything together. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time if needed to loosen the creamy shrimp linguine sauce.
- Stir in fresh parsley and serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- Linguine works best, but fettuccine or spaghetti can also be used.
- For extra spice, increase the red pepper flakes.
- Serve with garlic bread or a crisp green salad.
- Fresh parsley can be replaced with basil for a different flavor profile.