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Marry Me Shrimp Pasta

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Marry Me Shrimp Pasta is a romantic, creamy pasta dish featuring succulent shrimp in a sun-dried tomato and Parmesan cream sauce. It’s quick to prepare yet packed with rich flavor—perfect for date nights or special meals at home.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 8 oz pasta (fettuccine, linguine, or penne)
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes (in oil), chopped
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat.
  3. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook 1–2 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
  4. Add garlic to the same pan and sauté for 1 minute.
  5. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another minute.
  6. Add chicken broth, simmer for 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly.
  7. Lower heat and add heavy cream, Parmesan, red pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning. Stir until sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.
  8. Return shrimp and pasta to the skillet. Toss to coat in sauce.
  9. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • Substitute shrimp with grilled chicken or scallops.
  • Add spinach or kale for extra greens.
  • For deeper flavor, add a splash of white wine before the broth.
  • Adjust spiciness with more or less red pepper flakes or cayenne.
  • Use half-and-half or a mix of cream cheese and milk as cream alternatives.

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