Creamy Shrimp Fettuccine Pasta With Homemade Alfredo Sauce
This creamy shrimp fettuccine with homemade Alfredo sauce is a rich, flavorful pasta dish ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
Instructions
Cook the Pasta
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Sauté the Shrimp
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Add to the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
Start the Sauce Base
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Make the Alfredo Sauce
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Reduce heat to low and stir in Parmesan cheese gradually, stirring constantly until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Combine Pasta and Shrimp
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet along with the fettuccine. Toss everything together to coat evenly in the sauce.
Finish and Garnish
- Cook for 2–3 more minutes to heat through. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.