Garlic Shrimp Pasta

Garlic Shrimp Pasta

Garlic Shrimp Pasta is the perfect easy recipe for a busy weeknight. Spaghetti and sautéed shrimp are tossed in a creamy homemade white wine sauce for a light yet hearty meal.

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Ingredients

• 8 oz spaghetti
• 3/4 pound medium shrimp peeled and deveined
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic finely chopped
• 2/3 cup white wine
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup parsley

Instructions

1. Cook spaghetti in salted water according to package directions.
2. Season shrimp with old bay seasoning, red pepper flakes, and salt & pepper to taste.
3. Heat the oil in a large skillet. Add the shrimp and garlic and cook for 2 minutes, turn over and cook 1 minute more. Remove shrimp and set aside.
4. Add wine and lemon juice to deglaze pan. Add butter, cream and chicken broth. Simmer 5 minutes or until slightly reduced.
5. Drain spaghetti, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
6. Return the shrimp to the skillet and cook until heated through. Stir in pasta and parsley and cook until heated through adding pasta water if needed.

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