Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta
Creamy and spicy Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta tossed in a sweet chili garlic sauce with juicy shrimp and tender pasta. A bold and easy dinner recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings
- Category: Dinner / Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American / Asian-Inspired
Ingredients
Pasta & Protein:
1 lb spaghetti (or pasta of choice)
1 ½ lbs medium shrimp, peeled and deveined (or 1 lb boneless chicken, chopped)
1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 teaspoons paprika
Black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Bang Bang Sauce:
½ cup mayonnaise (or substitute with yogurt, sour cream, or cream cheese)
½ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons lime juice
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
½ tablespoon onion powder
Instructions
Make Sauce: In a large bowl, mix together all sauce ingredients until smooth. Set aside.
Cook Pasta: Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Season Protein: In a medium bowl, toss shrimp (or chicken) with paprika, minced garlic, and black pepper.
Cook Shrimp/Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp or chicken and cook, stirring constantly, until fully cooked (shrimp should be pink and opaque; chicken cooked through), about 8–10 minutes. Remove from heat.
Combine: In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, shrimp (or chicken), and sauce. Toss well until everything is evenly coated.
Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
Adjust spice level by increasing or reducing red pepper flakes.
Use freshly squeezed lime juice for best flavor.
Great with chicken if you prefer a non-seafood option.
Best served fresh, but leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Find it online: https://allcookedup.com/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta/
