This Shrimp Broccoli Alfredo is a creamy, flavorful dish that combines tender shrimp and broccoli with a rich, homemade Alfredo sauce. Served over pasta, it’s a restaurant-quality meal you can easily make at home!
📋 Ingredients:
- 12 oz fettuccine or your favorite pasta 🍝
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined 🍤
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets 🥦
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 🧈
- 3 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
- 1 cup heavy cream 🥛
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 🧀
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 🌶️
- Salt to taste 🧂
- 1 tablespoon olive oil 🫒
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional) 🌿
📝 Instructions:
1. Cook the Pasta:
- Boil the pasta:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine or your preferred pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Cook the Shrimp and Broccoli:
- Sauté the shrimp:
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Blanch the broccoli:
- In the same pot where you cooked the pasta, bring water to a boil again and blanch the broccoli for 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender. Drain and set aside.
3. Make the Alfredo Sauce:
- Sauté the garlic:
- In the same skillet used for the shrimp, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Add the cream:
- Slowly stir in the heavy cream, bringing the mixture to a simmer. Let it cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Add the Parmesan cheese:
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and continue to cook until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy. Season with black pepper and more salt, if needed.
4. Combine and Serve:
- Toss everything together:
- Add the cooked pasta, shrimp, and broccoli into the skillet with the Alfredo sauce. Toss everything together until well coated with the sauce.
- Serve:
- Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
⏱️ Preparation Time: 10 minutes
⏱️ Cooking Time: 20 minutes
⏱️ Total Time: 30 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 4 servings
🔥 Calories: Approximately 500-550 kcal per serving
This Shrimp Broccoli Alfredo is a rich, creamy, and satisfying dish that’s perfect for any occasion. The combination of succulent shrimp, tender broccoli, and velvety Alfredo sauce over pasta makes it a comforting and flavorful meal! 🍤🥦🍝