- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4
This creamy shrimp spaghetti is the perfect combination of al dente pasta with a silky cream sauce of garlic and Parmesan cheese. Its mild yet intense flavor makes it ideal for everyday meals as well as special dinners. Plus, it’s very easy to prepare and ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 400g of spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons of butter
- 2 cloves of chopped garlic
- 300g of shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup of heavy whipping cream or dairy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup chicken broth (or water)
- 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- A pinch of chili powder (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti in salted water until al dente. Reserve some of the cooking water before draining.
- Melt the butter in a frying pan and sauté the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté the garlic in the same pan for 1 minute without letting it burn.
- Add the chicken broth and cream and let it simmer gently for a few minutes.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese and mix until the sauce thickens. Season with salt, pepper, and chili powder if desired.
- Add the shrimp and pasta to the sauce, mixing well. If necessary, adjust the consistency with the reserved cooking water.
- Serve hot with fresh parsley and more Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- For a more intense flavor, add a splash of white wine to the garlic sofrito.
- If you prefer a lighter version, you can use evaporated milk instead of cream.
- Serve with garlic bread or a fresh salad for a balanced meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg