Description
A quick and delicious garlic butter shrimp pasta recipe perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet; season with salt and pepper.
- Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through.
- Stir in cooked spaghetti, lemon juice, and parsley; toss to combine.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, increase the amount of red pepper flakes.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra nutrition.
- This dish can be made in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta, Quick Dinner, Family Meal