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Easy 15-Minute Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta

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This quick and delicious garlic butter shrimp pasta is ready in just 15 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests. With a rich, emulsified sauce and tender shrimp, it’s a crowd-pleaser that even shrimp skeptics will love.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces linguine or spaghetti
  • 1 pound large shrimp (21–25 count), peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine (e.g., Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc)
  • 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining. Do not rinse the pasta.
  2. While the pasta cooks, pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and black pepper.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of butter. Once melted and bubbling, add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and just opaque. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
  4. Reduce heat to medium. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook for about 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the white wine and scrape up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes until slightly reduced.
  6. Add 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
  7. Add the drained pasta directly to the skillet. Use tongs to toss the pasta in the sauce. If the sauce seems too thick, add more pasta water, a tablespoon at a time.
  8. Return the shrimp to the skillet. Add the fresh lemon juice and toss everything together. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  9. Remove from heat. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and toss one last time. Serve immediately in warm bowls. Top with grated Parmesan if desired.

Notes

For best results, use fresh garlic and pat shrimp dry before cooking. Reserve more pasta water than needed to adjust sauce consistency. The dish is best served immediately.

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