Creamy Shrimp Pasta with Garlic Bread

There’s something irresistibly comforting about a bowl of creamy shrimp pasta – silky sauce clinging to perfectly cooked pasta, tender juicy shrimp, and the perfect balance of garlic, cream, and parmesan in every bite. It feels elegant enough for a special dinner, yet simple enough for a busy weeknight meal.

This recipe combines succulent shrimp, rich cream, fragrant garlic, and simple seasoning to create a restaurant-style dish at home. The shrimp cook quickly, staying tender and flavorful, while the creamy sauce coats every strand of pasta beautifully. Finished with freshly grated parmesan, cracked black pepper, and fresh herbs, it’s pure comfort food with a touch of sophistication.

Whether you’re planning a cozy family dinner, a date-night meal, or simply craving something rich and satisfying, this creamy shrimp pasta is a recipe you’ll want to make again and again. Serve it hot with extra parmesan and crusty bread on the side – because no one wants to waste a drop of that delicious sauce.

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Creamy Garlic Prawn Pasta

620kcal

5 stars

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Prep 15 minutes mins

Cook 15 minutes mins

Total 30 minutes mins

A rich and creamy garlic prawn pasta made with juicy shrimp, Parmesan, and fettuccine. This easy, restaurant-quality dish is ready in under 30 minutes and perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Servings 4 people

Course Main Course

Cuisine Comfort Food

Ingredients

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Pasta & Prawns

• ▢ 250 g egg fettuccine
• ▢ 450 g prawns shrimp, peeled and deveined
• ▢ 2 tbsp olive oil
• ▢ 2 tbsp butter divided
• ▢ 7 cloves garlic finely chopped or grated
• ▢ 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning divided
• ▢ 240 ml heavy cream
• ▢ 50 g Parmesan cheese finely grated
• ▢ ½ cup pasta water reserved
• ▢ 2 tsp dried oregano
• ▢ 1 tsp dried rosemary
• ▢ Salt to taste
• ▢ Black pepper to taste
• ▢ Small bunch fresh parsley finely chopped

Garlic Butter (Optional)

• ▢ 60 g butter softened
• ▢ 4 –6 cloves garlic finely grated
• ▢ 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• ▢ 2 tbsp olive oil
• ▢ 2 tsp dried oregano
• ▢ 1 tsp dried rosemary
• ▢ 1 tsp salt
• ▢ Small bunch fresh parsley finely chopped

To Serve

• ▢ Fresh baguette

Method

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Step 1: Prepare Ingredients

1. Finely chop or grate the garlic, grate the Parmesan, and chop the parsley.
   
2. If making garlic butter, mix all ingredients in a bowl until smooth and set aside.

Step 2: Cook the Pasta

1. Bring salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine until al dente.
2. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.

Step 3: Cook the Prawns

1. Heat a large pan over medium heat. Add 1 tbsp butter and 1 tbsp olive oil.
2. Add half the garlic and sauté briefly.
3. Add prawns and season with salt, pepper, and half the Cajun seasoning.
4. Cook for 3 minutes until lightly caramelised. Flip, season again, and cook for another 2 minutes until pink and cooked through.
   
5. Remove and set aside.

Step 4: Make the Sauce

1. In the same pan, add remaining butter and garlic. Sauté for 1 minute.
2. Add black pepper and heavy cream. Stir well.
3. Add Parmesan and stir until melted.
   
4. Pour in reserved pasta water and simmer for 1 minute. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 5: Combine

1. Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss well.
   
2. Return prawns to the pan and mix gently.
3. Sprinkle with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Calories620kcalCarbohydrates48gProtein32gFat32g

Notes

Do not overcook the prawns – they should remain tender and juicy.
Reserve pasta water to help create a silky, emulsified sauce.
Freshly grated Parmesan melts better and improves texture.
Adjust Cajun seasoning depending on preferred spice level.

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