Marry Me Shrimp Pasta
Creamy, juicy, and packed with bright tomato and garlic flavor, Marry Me Shrimp Pasta is a comforting dish that feels indulgent without being complicated.
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Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Pot for Pasta
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 lb Large shrimp Peeled and deveined, tails on or off depending on preference.
- 1 tbsp Olive oil For sautéing.
- 1 tbsp Unsalted butter Room temperature or straight from the fridge.
- 8 oz Pasta Fettuccine or linguine recommended.
- 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
- 1/2 cup Cherry tomatoes Halved.
- 1/4 cup White wine or chicken broth Room temperature.
- 1/4 cup Heavy cream Chilled or cold.
- Salt and pepper To taste.
- Fresh parsley Chopped, for garnish.
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1/4 cup pasta water, then drain and set pasta aside.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon unsalted butter over medium heat until butter is melted and bubbling.
- Add 3 cloves minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant — do not let it brown.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook about 2–3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove shrimp to a plate and set aside to avoid overcooking.
- Stir in 1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 2 minutes until they start to soften.
- Pour in 1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth and simmer for 1–2 minutes, scraping any browned bits from the pan for extra flavor.
- Lower the heat and add 1/4 cup heavy cream, stirring to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If the sauce seems too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen it.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, then toss in the cooked pasta until everything is well coated and heated through.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2–3 days. For best texture, enjoy fresh — reheated shrimp can be slightly firmer, but careful gentle heating preserves flavor.