Marry Me Shrimp Pasta
Creamy, garlicky, and packed with tender shrimp and sun-dried tomatoes, this Marry Me Shrimp Pasta is a restaurant-quality dish you can make at home in under 30 minutes. Perfect for date nights, family dinners, or special occasions.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Large Skillet
- Colander
Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta (fettuccine or linguine) cooked al dente
- 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
- fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink and opaque, about 3–4 minutes. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 minute to release their flavor.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and creamy.
- Return pasta and shrimp to the skillet, tossing to coat everything evenly in the sauce. Add a splash of pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve warm.
Notes
For a lighter option, substitute coconut milk for heavy cream. Add spinach or zucchini for extra vegetables. For a spicier kick, sprinkle in red pepper flakes.