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Creamy Angel Hair Pasta with Shrimp

A deliciously creamy pasta dish featuring angel hair pasta and succulent shrimp, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Shrimp
  • 8 oz angel hair pasta
  • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Method
 

Cook the Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the angel hair pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 4 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Prepare the Shrimp
  1. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes, until they turn pink and opaque. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for about 2 minutes.
Make the Cream Sauce
  1. Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  2. Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and well combined.
Combine and Serve
  1. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy sauce. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  2. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

For added flavor, you can include red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.

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