Go Back
Delicious shrimp pasta served in a bowl with herbs and sauce.

Quick and Flavorful Shrimp Pasta

This shrimp pasta dish is quick to make and packed with flavor, featuring juicy shrimp in a garlicky sauce over perfectly cooked pasta. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Shrimp
  • 8 oz Linguine or spaghetti Use your preferred pasta shape.
  • 1 lb Shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh shrimp recommended for best flavor.
Sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced Adjust according to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Extra virgin olive oil preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Can use vegan butter for a non-dairy option.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red pepper flakes Adjust for desired spice level.
  • Salt and pepper To taste.
Garnish
  • Fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.
  • Grated Parmesan cheese For serving.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are pink and cooked through.
  4. Toss the cooked pasta with the shrimp and garlic sauce in the skillet. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  5. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with grated Parmesan cheese on top.

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh shrimp and ensure not to overcook them. Customize heat level with red pepper flakes and feel free to add seasonal vegetables.