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Creamy Shrimp Fettuccine Pasta with Homemade Alfredo Sauce

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This Creamy Shrimp Fettuccine Pasta with Homemade Alfredo Sauce is a rich and elegant pasta dish featuring tender fettuccine tossed with buttery garlic shrimp and a silky Parmesan cream sauce. Perfect for a cozy dinner or special occasion, it’s a quick 30-minute recipe that tastes like a restaurant favorite—right from your own kitchen.

Ingredients

  • For the Pasta and Shrimp
  • 8 oz fettuccine pasta
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • For the Alfredo Sauce
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1½ cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup chopped parsley

Instructions

  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook fettuccine until al dente (about 8 minutes). Drain, reserving ½ cup of pasta water.
  2. Sauté the Shrimp: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. Make the Alfredo Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Reduce heat and slowly whisk in Parmesan until smooth and creamy.
  4. Combine and Serve: Return shrimp to the skillet. Add fettuccine and toss to coat in sauce. Use reserved pasta water to loosen if needed. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use fresh or thawed shrimp; pat dry before cooking.
  • Add vegetables like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for extra texture and flavor.
  • For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
  • To keep sauce creamy, avoid overheating when reheating.
  • Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

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