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High-Protein "Marry Me" Shrimp Pasta Bliss

A comforting high-protein pasta dish made with shrimp, creamy sauce, and fettuccine, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 oz large shrimp, peeled and deveined Shrimp brings concentrated seafood flavor and most of the protein in this dish.
  • 8 oz fettuccine pasta Fettuccine is a wide noodle that catches the creamy sauce nicely.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Heavy cream forms the base of the sauce, giving it richness.
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Parmesan adds saltiness and helps thicken the sauce.
Aromatics and Seasoning
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Garlic gives aromatic depth.
  • 1 tbsp olive oil Used for sautéing garlic.
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes Provides a gentle heat.
  • 1/2 tsp salt Seasons the overall dish.
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper Adds a warm, peppery note.
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped Offers a fresh flavor and color.

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Preparing the Shrimp and Sauce
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 1 minute.
  2. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink.
  3. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
Combining and Finishing
  1. Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly.
  2. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Serve hot. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave with added liquid if necessary.