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Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta Recipe Easy Homemade White Wine Sauce

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A comforting and quick creamy garlic butter shrimp pasta with a homemade white wine sauce that is indulgent yet light, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or thawed)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • 8 ounces fettuccine or linguine pasta (gluten-free pasta optional)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine (Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio; can substitute low-sodium chicken broth)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for lighter sauce)
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Optional: red pepper flakes
  • Optional: baby spinach or arugula

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente (about 10-12 minutes). Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining. Drain pasta and set aside.
  2. Pat dry shrimp with paper towels. Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika if using. Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add shrimp to hot butter and cook 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
  4. Lower heat to medium, add remaining 2 tablespoons butter to skillet. Add minced garlic and sauté gently for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden.
  5. Pour in white wine and stir, scraping browned bits from pan. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until wine reduces by half.
  6. Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Stir until cheese melts and sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes. Add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time if sauce is too thick.
  7. Stir in cooked shrimp and drained pasta until coated in sauce. Add lemon juice and toss gently. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
  8. Serve immediately garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

Do not overcook shrimp to avoid rubbery texture. Use fresh garlic and freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. For dairy-free, substitute butter with olive oil and heavy cream with coconut cream. Add baby spinach or arugula at the end for a veggie boost.

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Keywords: shrimp pasta, garlic butter shrimp, creamy pasta, white wine sauce, easy dinner, weeknight meal, seafood pasta

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