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Creamy Alfredo Shrimp Pasta with Broccoli

Creamy Alfredo Shrimp Pasta with Broccoli

This creamy Alfredo shrimp pasta with broccoli combines tender shrimp, pasta, and broccoli in a rich homemade Parmesan cream sauce. Garlic, Italian seasoning, butter, and fresh parsley bring everything together for an easy and comforting seafood dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 persons
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 860
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 12 oz penne pasta or pasta of choice
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • large pot For cooking the pasta and broccoli
  • Colander For draining the pasta and broccoli
  • large skillet For cooking the shrimp and Alfredo sauce
  • Tongs or silicone spatula For tossing the pasta with the sauce
  • Wooden spoon For stirring the Alfredo sauce

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions. Add the broccoli during the final 2 minutes of cooking, then drain both well and set aside.
  2. Pat the shrimp dry and season with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until pink, opaque, and cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium and melt the butter in the same skillet. Add the garlic and cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and gently simmer for 3 to 4 minutes.
  5. Stir the Parmesan into the warm cream until melted and smooth. Season the creamy Alfredo sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.
  6. Add the cooked pasta, broccoli, and shrimp to the skillet. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated in the creamy Parmesan Alfredo sauce and heated through.
  7. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve immediately. This creamy shrimp recipe combines juicy seafood, tender broccoli, pasta, and homemade Alfredo sauce for a simple and comforting dinner.

Notes

Add the broccoli during the final 2 minutes of pasta cooking so it becomes tender without getting too soft.
Pat the shrimp dry before seasoning so they sear properly in the skillet.
Cook the shrimp only until pink, opaque, and cooked through, then remove them from the skillet to prevent overcooking.
Reduce the heat before adding the butter and garlic so the garlic becomes fragrant without burning.
Keep the heavy cream at a gentle simmer for a smooth Alfredo sauce.
Stir the Parmesan into the warm cream until completely melted and smooth.
Toss the pasta, broccoli, and shrimp gently in the finished sauce and serve immediately.