Shrimp Alfredo Pasta Recipe

Prepare Ingredients

Start by preparing all your ingredients. Measure the fettuccine pasta, shrimp, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, butter, and garlic. Clean and devein the shrimp if not already done. Finely chop the garlic. Grate the Parmesan cheese, and set aside some fresh herbs for garnish.

Cook Pasta

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain well and set aside, reserving some pasta water for later.

Cook Shrimp

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped garlic and sauté for about 1 minute or until fragrant. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set them aside.

Prepare Alfredo Sauce

In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium. Add the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Continue to cook, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens. If necessary, add a little reserved pasta water to reach your desired sauce consistency.

Combine and Serve

Add the cooked pasta and shrimp back into the skillet with the Alfredo sauce. Toss everything together until the pasta is evenly coated and the shrimp are distributed throughout. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs.