Creamy Shrimp Alfredo Pasta with Peppers, Onions, and a whole lot of Flavor. This savory homemade Alfredo sauce is packed with an amazing and bold garlic aroma that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. This recipe is simple and easy and anyone can add their own spin to it to make it their own.
Make the creamiest Shrimp Alfredo Pasta at home with this recipe. All you need is 30 minutes and a few ingredients to indulge on this classic meal. Whether you want to impress your family, host friends, or just treat yourself, this delicious pasta recipe will be have you coming back for more.
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- For the Pasta Lovers
- Check Out The Video Tutorial To Make This Creamy Shrimp Alfredo Here
- You’ll Love This Recipe If…
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- Ingredients For Shrimp Alfredo Pasta
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- What side Dish Can I pair with My Shrimp Alfredo Pasta
- What If I Don’t Like Shrimp?
- How To Make Creamy Shrimp Alfredo Pasta
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For the Pasta Lovers
Who doesn’t love a classic and simple pasta recipe. The foodies know that Alfredo is probably one of the most versatile pasta sauces and recipes you can easily make at home. You can use your own variations of protein, meat, and vegetables. You can switch it up with different types of pasta like fettuccine, linguine, or penne. From chicken, shrimp, steak, and salmon to broccoli, spinach, peppers, and spinach, you can make it as healthy or as creamy and indulgent as you like. And it only takes 30 minutes to have a main meal that will fill you up and taste delicious.
It’s one of my go-to meals when I’m tired after a long day but still want something homemade. A comfort food for most and it’s family and kid-friendly. Everyone should know how to make such a simple meal. And I’m here to help you learn. Make it for dinner, save it for lunch, and treat yourself.
There’s a bowl of creamy, savory, and delicious pasta with your name on it, so grab the ingredients down below and let’s get right into it.
Check Out The Video Tutorial To Make This Creamy Shrimp Alfredo Here
You’ll Love This Recipe If…
- You love pasta
- You love the robust flavor of garlic
- You prefer making quick and easy meals
- You’re a busy mom, college student, or live alone
- You want to save money and start cooking at home more
- You want something simple, savory, and versatile
- You love 30 minute meals
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Ingredients For Shrimp Alfredo Pasta
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- Linguine Pasta. Probably one of my favorite types of pasta to use because it works so well with cream based pasta sauces, and it is so versatile.
- Raw Shrimp. Starting off with raw shrimp allows you to get as much flavor as possible in the dish. I like to buy mines already peeled and deveined you can keep the tail on or take it off that’s up to you, but I like to keep mines on.
- Onion. A staple in most of my dishes, the onions add such a great flavor to this pasta recipe.
- Garlic. Be very generous with the garlic. I prefer to use fresh garlic cloves and crush them using a pestle and mortar.
- Red Bell Pepper. This adds a nice color and flavor to the Alfredo sauce.
- Spinach. I use fresh spinach leaves and cut them into small pieces to incorporate into the sauce. It adds a nice color and texture to the finished product. And it’s an added bonus to throw some greenery to such a decadent dish.
- Heavy Cream. The base of the Alfredo sauce that will help us achieve the thick and creamy pasta sauce.
- Butter. I recommend using unsalted butter for this dish.
- Olive Oil. This is optional you can just stick to the butter but the olive oil helps with getting the golden-brown finish on our shrimp.
- Parmesan Cheese. The most important flavor component of our Alfredo sauce. I recommend using freshly grated Parmesan, but it’s OK if you get already shredded cheese at the grocery store.
- Seasonings. A big fan of spices! The seasoning we’re using will bring it all together and make this dish even more perfect.
Kitchen Must Haves
What side Dish Can I pair with My Shrimp Alfredo Pasta
Many things will pair well with this pasta dish, but here are just a few suggestions.
- Garlic Bread
- Side Salad
- Grilled Asparagus
- Broccoli
What If I Don’t Like Shrimp?
Have a shellfish allergy? That’s not a problem. Try this recipe out, but alternate the shrimp for some chicken breast, steak, or salmon. That’s what I love about this Alfredo pasta recipe. It is so versatile, and can be paired with so many varieties of proteins and ingredients. You can skip the meat altogether and just add vegetables or tofu. There is always an alternative that can help satisfy your dietary needs.
How To Make Creamy Shrimp Alfredo Pasta
Choosing and Cooking Your Pasta
Start by boiling your pasta. I love using Barilla or De Cecco for my pasta. They are affordable, and you can find it anywhere. For this recipe, we are using linguine but you are welcomed to grab the fettuccine if you’d like. Follow the instructions on that package for an al dente finish and set to the side. Add a generous pinch of salt and a splash of extra virgin olive oil to the boiling water to add some flavor and avoid the sticky pasta fiasco.
Prepare the Ingredients
Next, chop and dice up your fresh onion, bell pepper, garlic cloves, and spinach. You can take this time out to also freshly grate your parmesan cheese. Using fresh and high-quality ingredients will also make the flavors more robust and the texture of the Alfredo sauce better
Making the Shrimp
Next, you want to prepare your shrimp. Take the time to really clean your shrimp with some lime juice and make sure all the impurities are out. I like to get a package of raw shrimp that is already peeled and deveined, but it doesn’t hurt to double-check. Pat the shrimp dry after rinsing. Grab your seasonings and coat the shrimp on both sides. Be as generous or light-handed as you like. I usually don’t measure and just add until it feels right, unless I’m baking, of course.
Time to make cook the shrimp. Start to sauté the onions, peppers, and garlic until it’s translucent. Then add the shrimp into the pan and cook until it’s golden brown on both sides then remove the shrimp and sit to the side.
COOKING THE ALFREDO SAUCE
Now it’s time to make our delicious Alfredo sauce.
Start by adding the heavy cream into the dish and mixing until it reduces a little bit. Then add your Parmesan cheese and your spinach and allow the cream to thicken.
Sometimes it’s a bit difficult to get the right consistency when it comes to making Alfredo sauce so it’s important to balance out the amount of cream and cheese you add to the pan.
Add more seasonings to taste and allow the sauce to simmer for a few minutes.
Once you get the right consistency add your shrimp and your pasta back into the pan and combine it all together.
Put your creamy Alfredo pasta on a pretty plate garnish with some pepper flakes and more Parmesan cheese until your heart is full.
Bon Appétit !
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Creamy Shrimp Alfredo
Ingredients
- 1 lb Shrimp thawed and peeled
- 1 pack Linguine any pasta of choice
- 1 Lime
- ½ cup Onion
- ½ cup Red Bell Pepper
- 6 cloves Garlic crushed
- ½ cup Spinach
- 3 tbsp Butter unsalted
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil extra virgin
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese shredded
Seasonings
- 1 tsp Cajun Seasoning to taste
- 1 tsp Lawry’s Seasoned Salt to taste
- 1 tsp Black Pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Garlic powder to taste
- ½ tsp Red pepper flakes to taste
- ½ tsp Paprika to taste
- 1 tsp Adobo to taste
Instructions
Prepare The Pasta
- Boil a large pot of salted water for the linguine, follow instructions on package to cook until al dente. Add a ¼ tsp of oil to pot so the pasta doesn't stick. Drain and set to side. Save 2-3 oz of pasta water as well for the sauce later.
Prepare the Ingrediants
- Dice ½ cup of onions and red bell peppers.
- Wash spinach and cut into smaller pieces.
- Use a pestle and mortar or a garlic press to crush/mince garlic cloves and set vegetables to the side
- Clean shrimp with juice from ½ a lime and rinse with water
Prepare and Cook the Shrimp
- In a small bowl, season shrimp with cajun seasoning, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, and a little bit of seasoned salt.
- In a large deep pan, add a little olive oil and melt butter on medium-high heat, then add diced onions, peppers, and crushed garlic to pan.
- Sauté the vegetables until the onions become translucent then add shrimp to the pan.
- Cook shrimp until golden brown on both sides. Time will vary depending on size of shrimp and if it's raw or cooked shrimp, but it only takes a few minutes on each side.
- Once cooked, remove shrimp from the pan and place in a bowl to the side.
Make the Alfredo Sauce
- Add heavy cream to the pan and stir for a few minutes.
- Sprinkle in the parmesan cheese into pan and stir to incorporate and melt the cheese until the sauce begins to thicken. Add a 1-2 oz of pasta water for additional flavor.
- Lower heat to medium, add more seasonings to taste, then add spinach to the Alfredo sauce and cook for 1-2 minutes.
Combine, Serve, and Enjoy !
- Add shrimp back into pan and stir.
- Add linguine pasta to the pan, and mix until coated in the alfredo sauce.
- Plate the Creamy Shrimp Alfredo paste on a plate and garnish with more Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes.
- Serve and Enjoy!
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Notes
- It’s best to serve the Alfredo pasta fresh, because second day Alfredo sauce can begin to separate, but it’s still all the bit flavorful.
- Enjoy with some garlic bread on the side for a more well-rounded dinner plate.
- I prefer to use raw shrimp for the added flavor and I like to keep the tail on for more flavor, but do whatever makes you happy.
- You can always adjust the seasonings to your own personal taste and liking.
- This recipe works well with all types of pasta, linguine, fettuccine , or penne. Use what you have.
- Using freshly grated cheese is always a added bougie bonus
- Feel free to freestyle what veggies you want to add to the recipe. Throw in some broccoli if you’re feeling fancy.
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