Description
Creamy shrimp Tuscan fettuccine blends Italian coastal flavors with rich, velvety sauce. Succulent shrimp and al dente pasta promise a delightful culinary journey you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 2 tbsps butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare fettuccine according to package guidelines; drain and reserve.
- Sear shrimp in hot olive oil over medium-high heat, seasoning with salt and pepper until they turn vibrant pink (2-3 minutes per side). Transfer to a separate plate.
- Using the same skillet, melt butter and infuse with minced garlic and red pepper flakes for 60 seconds, releasing aromatic flavors.
- Whisk in heavy cream, chicken broth, grated Parmesan, and Italian seasoning. Allow the mixture to gently simmer and reduce, thickening into a luxurious sauce.
- Introduce sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach, cooking until spinach leaves become delicate and wilted.
- Reintegrate the perfectly cooked shrimp into the creamy sauce, ensuring even coating and temperature.
- Fold the reserved fettuccine into the sauce, gently tossing to guarantee each strand is generously embraced by the rich, velvety mixture.
- Plate immediately, garnishing with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant, aromatic finish.
Notes
- Optimize shrimp texture by patting them dry before cooking to ensure perfect golden-brown searing and prevent excess moisture.
- Create gluten-free version by substituting traditional fettuccine with zucchini noodles or gluten-free pasta alternatives for dietary restrictions.
- Control sauce thickness by adjusting liquid ratios or simmering longer if you prefer a more concentrated, rich consistency.
- Enhance flavor depth by adding a splash of white wine during garlic sautéing to introduce subtle complexity and aromatic undertones.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 562 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 37 g
- Cholesterol: 195 mg