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A close-up view of creamy shrimp alfredo fettuccine in a white bowl, garnished with parsley.

Classic Shrimp Alfredo Fettuccine

Experience the rich and creamy flavors of Classic Shrimp Alfredo Fettuccine, a timeless dish featuring succulent shrimp, al dente fettuccine, and a decadent Parmesan cream sauce. Perfect for a satisfying meal that's ready in under an hour.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 oz Fettuccine pasta
  • 1 lb (450 g) Large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup (240 ml) Heavy cream
  • ½ cup (120 ml) Chicken broth low-sodium
  • 1 cup (90 g) Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • ¼ tsp Nutmeg freshly grated (optional)
  • Salt & freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp Fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil for sauté
  • Red-pepper flakes Optional

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Cook the fettuccine according to package directions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente.

Notes

For extra flavor, reserve a bit of pasta water to thin the sauce if needed. Adjust seasonings to your preference, and consider adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice at the end for brightness.