Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta

A quick and delicious dish featuring succulent shrimp, garlic, and a rich butter sauce over pasta.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 450

8 ounces Spaghetti or linguine Choose your favorite pasta type for a perfect base.
1 pound Large shrimp Peeled and deveined for easy cooking.
4 tablespoons Unsalted butter Creates the luscious garlic butter sauce.
4 cloves Garlic Minced for a fragrant and savory touch.
1/2 teaspoon Red pepper flakes Optional, adds a nice kick to the dish.
to taste Salt and pepper Enhances the overall flavor.
1/4 cup Fresh parsley Chopped for freshness and color.
to taste Grated Parmesan cheese For serving, adds a creamy finish.

Prepare all ingredients: peel and devein shrimp, mince garlic, chop parsley, and juice lemon.
In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add spaghetti or linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
Before draining, reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water. Drain the pasta and set aside without rinsing.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
Pour in reserved pasta water and lemon juice, stir to combine, and let simmer for a minute.
Add cooked pasta to the skillet, toss gently to coat with the garlic butter sauce, and stir in chopped parsley.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.

This dish is versatile; feel free to add vegetables or adjust the spice level to your liking.