One Pan Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo (Printable)
Creamy pasta with shrimp in Parmesan sauce, all in one pan.
# What You'll Need:
→ Seafood
01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
→ Pasta
02 - 12 oz dry fettuccine
→ Dairy
03 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
04 - 1 cup heavy cream
05 - 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
06 - 1/2 cup whole milk
→ Aromatics
07 - 4 garlic cloves, minced
08 - 1 small shallot, finely chopped
→ Liquids
09 - 2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
→ Seasonings
10 - 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
11 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
12 - 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
13 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
# Directions:
01 - Melt butter in a large deep skillet over medium heat. Add shallot and garlic; sauté 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
02 - Add shrimp to pan; season with pinch of salt and pepper. Cook 2 minutes per side until just pink. Remove shrimp and set aside.
03 - Pour chicken broth, heavy cream, and milk into same pan. Bring to gentle simmer.
04 - Add dry fettuccine, stirring to submerge pasta. Cook uncovered, stirring frequently, 10-12 minutes until pasta is al dente and liquid is mostly absorbed.
05 - Lower heat. Stir in Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes until melted and sauce is creamy.
06 - Return cooked shrimp and juices to pan. Toss to combine and heat through 1-2 minutes. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with chopped parsley.
# Cooking Tips:
01 -
- The sauce clings to every strand because the pasta cooks directly in the cream, creating a silky restaurant style texture that feels impossible at home
- Cleanup takes literally three minutes, which means you can actually enjoy your dinner instead of dreading the sink full of dishes
02 -
- The pasta will continue absorbing liquid even after you turn off the heat, so if the sauce looks perfect while cooking, it might be too thick by serving time
- Removing the shrimp when they are just pink prevents them from becoming rubbery when you add them back at the end
03 -
- Grate the cheese yourself right before adding it to ensure the smoothest melting
- Keep the pasta moving while it cooks to prevent it from clumping together