This Creamy Shrimp Pasta reminds me of my favorite dish at Olive Garden. The creamy Alfredo sauce generously coats the juicy shrimp and noodles. Your family will be humming with every bite and will request it for dinner again and again. One of our favorite shrimp recipes!
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If you cook the sauce while the pasta is on the stove, you can be done with the entire meal in under 30 minutes. It’s so simple and has a short list of ingredients, but tastes restaurant quality. This homemade creamy shrimp pasta is way better than going out because it’s not overly salty like dining out tends to be and you don’t get the big bill at the end of your meal #winning!!
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This is one of the best reviewed recipes on our blog and for good reason (read the glowing reviews here). Creamy shrimp pasta is super easy and tasty! Many of you have told me that you love it more than Olive Garden’s Shrimp alfredo, which is an amazing compliment.
Want to Substitute the Wine?
No problem! Here is a great white wine substitute: squeeze some lemon juice into the sauce after adding the cream, adding the lemon juice to taste (about 1/2 medium lemon) then season to taste with salt, pepper and paprika. Use freshly squeezed lemon juice, not concentrate.
Make-Ahead tip: This pasta tastes just as good the next day! Add a splash of milk and reheat slowly over lower heat until very warm/hot but not simmering. As with any alfredo pasta, reheating over high heat will cause the cream to separate and liquify into butter.
Funny how that little bit of black pepper, parsley and parmesan cheese really fancies it up at the end, making it look and feel like fine dining. It’s the perfect time to whip out that hand cranked pepper mill to set the mood! 😉
Pasta Recipes to Explore:
These are the most popular pasta recipes on our blog – the top rated and best loved.
- Shrimp Scampi Pasta – Can you tell we love shrimp pasta recipes?
- Lasagna Casserole – All the classic flavors of Lasagna made easy!
- Slow Cooker Lasagna – This one has a make-ahead option
- Spaghetti and Meatballs – The juiciest meatballs we’ve tried!
- Chicken Tetrazzini – A must try, creamy chicken pasta bake
⬇ Print-Friendly Shrimp Pasta Recipe:
Creamy Shrimp Pasta Recipe (VIDEO)
Ingredients
- 3/4 lb fettuccini pasta
- 1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (21-25 ct)
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 onion, (medium), finely chopped
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/3 cup white wine, I used Chardonnay
- 2 cups whipping cream
- 1/3 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp Sea salt, or to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper, or to taste
- 1/4 tsp paprika, or to taste
- 1 Tbsp Parsley, finely chopped, to garnish
Instructions
- Add 3/4 lb pasta to a pot of boiling water with 1 Tbsp salt and cook according to package instructions until al-dente. Drain without rinsing and set aside.
- While pasta is cooking, prepare the shrimp and sauce. Season shrimp with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper and 1/4 tsp paprika. Place a large, non-stick pan over medium/high heat and add 1 Tbsp oil. Once oil is hot, add shrimp in a single layer and cook 2 min per side or just until cooked through and no longer translucent. Remove to a separate dish to prevent overcooking.
- In the same hot pan, add 2 Tbsp butter with finely chopped onion and sauté until soft and golden (3-5 mins), stirring often. Add minced garlic and sauté another minute until fragrant. Stir in 1/3 cup white wine and boil down until there is only 25% of the liquid left.
- Stir in 2 cups cream, bring to a light boil then simmer 2 min. Sprinkle sauce with 1/3 cup parmesan cheese and stir just until creamy and smooth. Let it come just to a simmer without boiling then turn off the heat and season sauce with more salt, pepper and paprika to taste.
- Stir in the drained pasta and cooked shrimp, tossing until noodles are well coated in sauce. Serve in warm pasta bowls with a generous sprinkle of finely chopped parsley, more parmesan cheese and some freshly cracked black pepper.
Notes
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Tools We Used in this Recipe (Amazon affiliate links):
Boos Dark Cutting Board
Glass Mixing Bowls
Blue Staub Pan with Lid
5 1/2 Qt Dutch Oven Pot
Cook’s Knife
Love shrimp? Explore all of our top shrimp recipes here. I hope this easy shrimp pasta becomes a new favorite for you!
P.S. Because I’ve had loads of questions about omitting the wine – I think the wine really makes the flavor in this dish next-level delicious but if you prefer not to use it, the recipe still works, just replace it with chicken broth, season the sauce to taste and add a splash of lemon juice for extra flavor.
Is it a must to use whipping cream? Can milk work as well?
Thanks!
Hi Aya, for this recipe, yes it does have to be cream since there is no other thickener in this recipe to make the sauce creamy except natural cream. It is possible to make a creamy pasta with milk but it is a very different recipe. Here is our chicken florentine for an example.
This was such an easy and excellent dish. My son asked me to add broccoli. The wine makes the Alfredo the best I’ve ever had. Thanks for putting together such an incredible dish.
You’re welcome Lisa! I’m glad to hear how much you enjoy the recipe! Thanks for sharing your excellent review!
I had this wonderful dish for supper today!! Mi family love it and me too!!!!
I didn’t use cream because I had that Alfredo Sauce from Costco, but all the rest is the same, I added the Alfredo Sauce when you said to add the cream, but still was delicious!!!
Thank you for sharing this and all your recipes!! Nastasha you are the best!!!
You’re welcome Cristina! I’m glad everyone enjoys the recipe! Thanks for following sharing your fantastic review!
Use your recipe today to make the shrimp pasta and it was amazing.
Yes, I’m so glad to hear that! Thanks for sharing Kim!
Made last night for my wife…..loved it and really easy guys….
Yes! I’m so glad to hear that Tom! Thanks for sharing your great review!
Is the shrimp you use fresh or thawed out?
I used raw thawed shrimp (previously frozen).
OMG – Delicious!!! It was easy to make we loved it.
I’m so glad to hear that Kathy! Thanks for sharing your wonderful review!
Can I substitute olive oil with coconut oil?
Hi Apple, Coconut oil doesn’t have a very high smoke point so it’s not idea for high heat cooking. You want the shrimp to sear over higher heat so they don’t juice out and turn rubbery. I think it’s possible though if you needed to substitute, just don’t let the skillet get so hot that the oil is smoking.
What can you use insead of wine? Love how it came out!!
The wine in my opinion adds the best flavor, but you can use chicken broth and a splash of lemon juice as a substitute.
Hi Natasha,
Would it make a big different if I used non-alcoholic Chardonnay instead of the regular wine?
Hi Ali, I’ve never tried that so I’m not sure how it tastes when it is cooked down. I think it’s worth an experiment! 🙂
Thanks for your video, I wan’t to make this recipe for years.. So easy to make now that I see your vidéo. Cannot wait for supper.
My pleasure! It is easy and delicious! Please let me know what you think Denyse!
I didn’t have wine, but followed the recipe without wine and added mushrooms. Kids loved it! Thank you for this amazing recipe! Definitely a keeper!
You’re welcome Ira! I’m happy to hear the whole family loves the recipe! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Its been always my to do dish for quests for many years.
I’m glad it’s a favorite! Thanks for sharing! 😀
For those following Weight Watchers are you able to itemise the nutritional content eg: calories, fat, sugar and protein? Looks so yummy!
Thanks Kathy! Due to time constraints, I don’t typically include nutritional info, but check out this nutrition analyzer – you can plug in the ingredients from any recipe, select the serving size and it will give you nutritional info, calories, etc. I hope that is helpful to you!
I really love your recipes, and I enjoy watching your videos, you explain the recipe in an easy way!!
GOOD JOB!!!!
Thanks Cristina! I’m happy you enjoy my blog! 😀
Looking forward to trying this one, Natasha.
Please let me know what you think Laura!
So the hubby asked the other day…”does Natasha have a good pasta dish you can cook up?” Lol. You are now part of the family, Natasha! I made this pasta shrimp dish yesterday. It was super easy and VERY delicious!!! Another fantastic recipe. Thank you again!
LOL, that’s awesome! You’re welcome and thank you for sharing your wonderful review! 😀
Super Delicious!
YES! I’m glad to hear you love it! Thanks for sharing Sara 🙂
Made this pasta this evening and it was wonderful! I did not have wine so I used chicken broth. Never used chopped onions but it really brought a lot of favor. Thanks
Great alternative Terrie! Thanks for sharing your wonderful review with other readers!
Oh my goodness this looks amazing! I could eat that entire pan! If only I wasn’t eating healthy 🙂
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LOL, it is delicious!
This recipe is delicious. I make it all the time. I love your blog, Natasha. Keep it up!! 🙂
I’m glad to hear you love the recipe Julie! Thank you for following 😀