This easy Alfredo pasta combines juicy shrimp, tender broccoli, and a rich Parmesan cream sauce for a comforting and satisfying meal. Ready in just 30 minutes!
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
⏳ Cook Time: 20 minutes
⏱ Total Time: 30 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4
🔥 Calories per Serving: ~550
🛒 Ingredients
- 🍤 1 lb large shrimp, peeled & deveined
- 🥦 2 cups broccoli florets
- 🍝 8 oz fettuccine or pasta of choice
- 🧄 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 🧈 3 tbsp butter
- 🥛 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- 🧀 ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 🥄 ½ tsp salt
- 🥄 ½ tsp black pepper
- 🌶 ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 🍋 Juice of ½ lemon (for brightness)
- 🛢 1 tbsp olive oil
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Pasta & Broccoli:
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions.
- Add broccoli in the last 2 minutes of cooking, then drain and set aside.
2️⃣ Sauté the Shrimp:
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter over medium heat.
- Add shrimp, season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink.
- Remove shrimp and set aside.
3️⃣ Make the Alfredo Sauce:
- In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and lemon juice, whisking until smooth.
4️⃣ Combine & Serve:
- Add shrimp, broccoli, and pasta back to the skillet, tossing to coat in sauce.
- Simmer for 2 minutes, then serve warm with extra Parmesan and black pepper!
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔️ Creamy, cheesy, and ultra-comforting!
✔️ Quick & easy—ready in 30 minutes!
✔️ Perfect balance of protein & veggies.
✔️ A restaurant-quality meal at home!
🔥 Helpful Tips
✅ Want it lighter? Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
✅ Add more veggies like spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
✅ Store leftovers for up to 3 days—reheat gently with a splash of cream!
Enjoy your Creamy Shrimp & Broccoli Alfredo Pasta—rich, satisfying, and absolutely irresistible! 🍤🥦🧄 Let me know if you need more creamy pasta recipes! 😊