Description
A quick and flavorful pasta dish featuring tender shrimp in a rich garlic butter sauce brightened with lemon and parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces spaghetti
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 half teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 fourth cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 half cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Reserve one half cup pasta water, then drain.
- Season shrimp with salt and black pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter and minced garlic. Cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in red pepper flakes and chicken broth, bringing to a gentle simmer.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.
- Return shrimp to the skillet and add lemon juice, tossing everything together.
- Remove from heat and stir in parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra richness, add a splash of cream to the sauce before tossing with the pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American