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Creamy Shrimp Fettuccine Pasta with Homemade Alfredo Sauce

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This Creamy Shrimp Fettuccine Pasta features tender shrimp tossed with silky fettuccine and a rich, homemade Alfredo sauce made with garlic, butter, heavy cream, and Parmesan. It’s an easy, indulgent recipe perfect for weeknights or special occasions. Ready in just 30 minutes, this one-pan shrimp Alfredo pasta delivers restaurant-quality flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

  • 12 oz fettuccine pasta
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook fettuccine in salted water until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
  5. Gradually add Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
  6. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet. Add the drained pasta and toss to combine. Use reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.
  7. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest melt and richest flavor.
  • Frozen shrimp works fine—just thaw completely and pat dry before cooking.
  • Add-ins like sun-dried tomatoes, baby spinach, or steamed broccoli make great enhancements.
  • For a lighter version, use half-and-half in place of heavy cream.
  • The sauce will thicken as it cools—use extra cream or pasta water when reheating.

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