{"id":7153,"date":"2026-08-22T10:59:18","date_gmt":"2026-08-22T10:59:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=7153"},"modified":"2026-08-22T10:59:18","modified_gmt":"2026-08-22T10:59:18","slug":"creamy-shrimp-alfredo-ready-in-20-minutes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/2026\/08\/22\/creamy-shrimp-alfredo-ready-in-20-minutes\/","title":{"rendered":"Creamy Shrimp Alfredo \u2014 Ready in 20 Minutes"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>\u00a0Creamy Shrimp Alfredo \u2014 Ready in 20 Minutes<\/h1>\n<p>A restaurant-style dinner doesn\u2019t have to take all night! This creamy shrimp Alfredo comes together in just 20 minutes with juicy garlic-seasoned shrimp, tender pasta, and a rich Parmesan Alfredo sauce. It\u2019s easy enough for a busy weeknight but delicious enough to serve when you want to impress.<\/p>\n<h3>\u00a0Ingredients<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>8 oz fettuccine pasta<\/li>\n<li>1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons butter<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon olive oil<\/li>\n<li>3 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n<li>1 cup heavy cream<\/li>\n<li>1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon Italian seasoning<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc teaspoon black pepper<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc cup reserved pasta water, as needed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>\u00a0Instructions<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Cook the pasta:<\/strong> Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine according to the package directions until al dente. Reserve \u00bc cup of pasta water, then drain.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Season the shrimp:<\/strong> Pat the shrimp dry and season with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cook the shrimp:<\/strong> Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for about 2 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through. Transfer the shrimp to a plate.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make the Alfredo sauce:<\/strong> Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining tablespoon of butter. Add the minced garlic and saut\u00e9 for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant.<\/li>\n<li>Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Cook for 2\u20133 minutes, stirring occasionally.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add the Parmesan:<\/strong> Reduce the heat to low and gradually stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.<\/li>\n<li>If the sauce is too thick, stir in a little reserved pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Combine everything:<\/strong> Add the cooked fettuccine and shrimp to the skillet. Toss gently until the pasta is completely coated in the creamy Alfredo sauce.<\/li>\n<li>Sprinkle with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes if desired.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>Serve<\/h3>\n<p>Serve immediately with extra Parmesan and warm garlic bread on the side. The sauce is creamiest and most delicious while hot!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u00a0Creamy Shrimp Alfredo \u2014 Ready in 20 Minutes A restaurant-style dinner doesn\u2019t have to take all night! 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