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Shrimp Alfredo

Creamy shrimp alfredo is perfect any night of the week. This rich decadent dish is comfort food at its finest.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Shrimp Alfredo Recipe
Servings: 4
Calories: 1162kcal

Ingredients

Alfredo Sauce

  • 6 tablespoons salted sweet cream butter
  • 1 tablespoon fresh minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1½ cups parmesan cheese shredded
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley optional garnish

Shrimp and Fettuccine

  • 1 pound large deveined and peeled shrimp 35 to 36, thawed if frozen
  • 8 ounces fettuccine cooked according to package directions and drained

Instructions

  • Using a 10 to 12 inch deep skillet, over medium-high heat, melt the butter.
  • Add the minced garlic. Stir the butter and garlic constantly for 1 minute.
  • Whisk in the flour. Cook for 1 to 1½ minutes, whisking constantly.
  • Whisk in the heavy cream and milk. Whisk continuously for 2 to 3 minutes or until the ingredients begin to thicken.
  • Whisk in the cream cheese. Continue whisking until the cream cheese is completely melted and incorporated.
  • Whisk in the onion powder, kosher salt, and Italian seasoning.
  • Remove from the heat, and whisk in the parmesan cheese. Whisk until the cheese is completely incorporated.
  • Using a separate non-stick skillet, over medium-high heat, sauté the shrimp for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and are no longer grey in color.
  • Place the cooked fettuccine into the Alfredo sauce, stir to combine.
  • Top with the cooked shrimp and stir to coat. Sprinkle with the chopped parsley and serve while hot.

Notes

PRO TIP: It is fairly quick to whip up the sauce so make sure you have your pot ready to cook pasta when you are ready to start the sauce.
PRO TIP: If the Alfredo sauce becomes too thick, you can use ¼ cup of milk to thin the sauce.
PRO TIP: You can add the uncooked shrimp to the Alfredo sauce and cook on medium heat for 5 to 6 minutes if you do not have the extra skillet.

Nutrition

Calories: 1162kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 86g | Saturated Fat: 52g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 24g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 461mg | Sodium: 2150mg | Potassium: 549mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 3379IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 722mg | Iron: 2mg