Creamy Garlic Shrimp Alfredo Pasta Recipe (Easy Restaurant-Style Dinner)

 

🍽️ Introduction

Craving a rich, comforting, restaurant-quality pasta night at home? This Creamy Garlic Shrimp Alfredo is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Made with tender, juicy seared shrimp tossed in a velvety, homemade garlic parmesan cream sauce and perfectly coated fettuccine noodles, this meal comes together in under 30 minutes. Let’s dive into how to make it perfectly every single time!

🛒 Ingredients

Here is exactly what you need to prepare this decadent seafood pasta (as pictured in image_809342.jpg):

For the Shrimp:

• 500g Large shrimp (peeled, deveined, and patted dry)

• 1 tbsp Olive oil

• 1/2 tsp Garlic powder

• Salt and coarsely cracked black pepper to taste

For the Pasta & Alfredo Sauce:

• 300g Fettuccine pasta

• 4 tbsp Unsalted butter

• 3 cloves Garlic (finely minced)

• 1.5 cups Heavy cream (at room temperature)

• 1 cup Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (don't use the powdered stuff!)

• Salt and black pepper to taste

• Fresh parsley (finely chopped, for garnish)

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Pasta

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.

2. Add the fettuccine and cook according to the package instructions until it is al dente (usually 8-10 minutes).

3. Important: Reserve about 1/2 cup of the starchy pasta water before draining. Drain the pasta and set it aside.

Step 2: Sear the Shrimp

1. Season the dried shrimp with garlic powder, salt, and plenty of cracked black pepper.

2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

3. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for about 1.5 to 2 minutes per side until they turn pink, opaque, and beautifully seared.

4. Transfer the shrimp to a plate and set aside so they don't overcook.

Step 3: Build the Homemade Alfredo Sauce

1. Turn the skillet heat down to medium and melt the butter.

2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant (keep an eye on it so it doesn't burn).

3. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it starts to thicken slightly.

4. Turn off the heat (or lower it to the absolute minimum) and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese. Keep stirring until the cheese completely melts into a smooth, velvety cream sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 4: Toss Everything Together

1. Add the drained fettuccine pasta and the seared shrimp back into the skillet with the sauce.

2. Gently toss everything together until every strand of pasta is coated in that rich sauce. If the sauce feels a bit too thick, add a splash of your reserved pasta water to loosen it up.

3. Garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley and an extra sprinkle of black pepper.

To Serve: Twirl into large shallow bowls, top with extra shrimp from the pan, and serve immediately while it's hot, fresh, and perfectly creamy!