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Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 8 oz of linguine pasta
- 1 lb of large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tbsp of unsalted butter
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup of chicken broth
- 1/4 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook the linguine pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, then bring to a simmer. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Add the cooked linguine and shrimp back into the skillet. Toss to coat the pasta and shrimp with the lemon garlic butter sauce.
- Stir in the chopped parsley and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until everything is heated through.
- Serve the Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta in individual plates, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and additional chopped parsley if desired. Enjoy!
Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta is a delectable dish that originated in the coastal regions of Italy. This flavorful pasta dish gained popularity due to its combination of succulent shrimp, zesty lemon, and aromatic garlic. Renowned chefs like Giada De Laurentiis and Lidia Bastianich have popularized their own versions of this dish, adding their unique twists to the classic recipe. The key to a perfect Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta lies in using fresh, high-quality ingredients, especially the shrimp and the balance of lemon and garlic. For the best version of this dish, head to the coastal regions of Italy, where you can savor the authentic flavors of this seafood pasta.
30 min
4
450 calories
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