Description
Creamy shrimp Tuscan fettuccine delivers Mediterranean comfort with rich parmesan cream sauce and succulent seafood. Italian-inspired pasta brings elegant flavors to dinner tables, promising delightful dining experiences you will savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 12 oz (340 grams) fettuccine pasta
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Dairy and Cream:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare fettuccine according to package guidelines, ensuring al dente texture, then drain and reserve.
- Sear shrimp in a skillet over medium heat with olive oil, seasoning with salt and pepper until they transform to a vibrant pink, approximately 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer shrimp to a separate plate.
- Using the same skillet, melt butter and introduce minced garlic, releasing its aromatic essence until fragrant.
- Incorporate cherry tomatoes and allow them to soften and slightly blister for 2 minutes.
- Pour chicken broth and heavy cream into the skillet, creating a luxurious base while stirring thoroughly to integrate ingredients.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes into the simmering liquid, allowing the sauce to thicken and develop rich flavors.
- Gently fold spinach into the sauce, cooking until leaves wilt and become tender.
- Reintroduce seared shrimp to the skillet, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Add cooked fettuccine, tossing carefully to coat each strand with the creamy, herb-infused sauce.
- Plate immediately, garnishing with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and fresh herbaceous notes.
Notes
- Swap protein easily by using chicken or tofu instead of shrimp for dietary flexibility.
- Control spice levels by adjusting red pepper flakes to suit individual heat preferences.
- Pat shrimp dry before cooking to ensure perfect golden sear and prevent watery texture.
- Use fresh Parmesan cheese for richer, more authentic flavor compared to pre-grated alternatives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 615 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 51 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg