Description
A quick and indulgent pasta dish featuring succulent shrimp bathed in a rich garlic butter sauce, tossed with al dente spaghetti for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
- While pasta cooks, season shrimp with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tbsp butter. Add shrimp and cook 2-3 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
- Add remaining butter to skillet. Sauté garlic and red pepper flakes for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in wine or broth and lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer 1-2 minutes.
- Return shrimp to skillet, add cooked spaghetti, and toss to coat. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time if needed for consistency.
- Stir in parsley and serve immediately with Parmesan cheese.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: Italian-American