This shrimp Alfredo pasta recipe is perfect to serve for special occasions or quick dinner nights. It looks and tastes fancy, but actually is super simple to make. If you’re looking to impress someone, try this dinner! You’ll get all the accolades without all the work in the kitchen. Plus, it tastes oh-so-delicious.Dinner can be made in less than 30 minutes with this shrimp Alfredo pasta dish! The noodles are cooked in a matter of minutes, Alfredo simmers during this time, and the shrimp takes seconds to turn pink. It is the perfect combination of a complete meal!
Easy Shrimp Alfredo Recipe Ingredients
Eight ingredients that blend so well together, create the best pasta dish! You will love the taste of pasta wrapped around your shrimp, covered in Alfredo sauce. It is the best meal for a quick date night in or a family dinner for those seafood lovers in your family.
Shrimp – Purchase the shrimp already peeled and deveined to save you time. Most shrimp comes in a bag that is already frozen. Follow the back of the bag for thawing the shrimp before cooking them. Seasoning salt – This gives the shrimp a sweet and savory flavoring while sautéing. Butter – Cook the shrimp in either salted or unsalted butter. The butter can be cold when melting in the large pot. Garlic – Adds a nutty and savory flavor to the Alfredo sauce. Milk – Gives the Alfredo sauce a rich and creamy texture. Cream cheese – Thickens the white sauce while adding a hint of sweetness to the homemade Alfredo sauce. Parmesan cheese – Freshly grated parmesan cheese give thickness and blends well while melting into the sauce. This combination gives a rich and bold flavor! Pasta – Cook your pasta according to the package directions. We used linguine with the shrimp and Alfredo sauce. Fettuccine will work too if you are wanting the classic shrimp fettuccine Alfredo.
How to Make Seafood Alfredo
There are three main steps in making shrimp Alfredo. First is the pasta, then the creamy homemade Alfredo sauce, and lastly the tender shrimp. This combination is out of this world delicious! Make this a complete meal with a side salad and garlic bread, garnish with parsley flakes!
Tips for Making the Best Shrimp Alfredo
This quick and easy shrimp Alfredo dinner is full of flavor and deliciousness! Make this dinner even easier by being prepared with these helpful tips. Learn the best ways to make this seafood dinner with a few steps below!
Be prepared – This cooks up quickly so being prepared is best. Have your pasta water ready and boiling, the alfredo will have to simmer, and the shrimp cooks up quickly. Altogether, you will want your pots and pans ready on the stove to cook simultaneously to have it done and can serve all together. Cooking shrimp – Shrimp cook quickly! You do not want to overcook your shrimp. Once the shrimp is a pink, opaque color you will want to remove them quickly. Use tongs to cook shrimp. This is easier to flip and grab to transfer to a plate. Alfredo sauce – When you melt parmesan cheese for the Alfredo sauce you will want to make sure that you continually stir the sauce until it is combined. Alfredo sauce is a slow and steady sauce that does take time. You do not want to rush it or the creams will separate. Cook on medium-low heat to medium-high heat. Thicken your sauce – For a thicker sauce substitute heavy cream for your milk. Protein – If you are not a seafood lover and would like to use chicken or pork over top your noodles, that works great too. Even adding scallops or mussels with the shrimp is a great choice as well.
What goes with Shrimp Alfredo?
Round out this delicious dish with a simple green salad and one or more of these sides and bask in the joy of creating the perfect romantic dinner.
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Can Shrimp Alfredo Pasta Be Frozen?
It’s important to freeze the sauce only, not the noodles or shrimp. Alfredo sauce is always best when it’s served fresh, but you can freeze it to use later. Here are some tips for the best results!
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How to Store Shrimp Alfredo Pasta
While the Alfredo sauce and shrimp are best served immediately, you can store leftovers for up to five days in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It’s delicious for lunch the next day!
How to Reheat Shrimp Alfredo Pasta
If you’re reheating your frozen sauce, allow it to thaw in the fridge overnight. Then, heat in a saucepan until hot, stirring constantly. To reheat leftovers from the fridge with the noodles, place them in a large skillet and add a little milk. Stir until hot, adding more milk to reach your desired thickness.
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