Description
Indulge in this comforting Creamy Alfredo Shrimp Linguine with Broccoli, perfect for a cozy dinner. With its rich, velvety sauce and fresh ingredients, this dish is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces linguine pasta
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the 8 ounces of linguine pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically about 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add 4 cloves of minced garlic. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
- Next, add the 1 pound of shrimp to the skillet. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on one side until they turn pink and opaque. Flip the shrimp and cook for another 2-3 minutes, ensuring they are cooked through but not rubbery. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, pour in 1 cup of heavy cream. Stir constantly while bringing it to a gentle simmer over medium heat, about 2-3 minutes.
- Once simmering, whisk in 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, and ½ teaspoon of red pepper flakes (if using). Continue to whisk until the cheese is fully melted and incorporated.
- Add the 2 cups of broccoli florets to the sauce and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the broccoli is tender but still vibrant green.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, along with the drained linguine. Toss everything together gently until the pasta is evenly coated with the creamy sauce. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Finally, serve your Creamy Alfredo Shrimp Linguine With Broccoli hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg
Keywords: For a creamier sauce, reserve some pasta water before draining. If the sauce becomes too thick, adding a splash of this starchy water can help loosen it while also enhancing flavor.