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Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo with Spinach

Elina James
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Pasta
  • 12 oz (340 g) fettuccine pasta
  • Salt for boiling water
  • For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb (450 g) medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For the Alfredo Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth or pasta water
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional
  • Red pepper flakes for spice
  • Lemon zest for brightness
  • Extra Parmesan for serving

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add fettuccine and cook until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain.
  • While the pasta cooks, pat the shrimp dry and season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes on each side until pink. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and melt the butter.
  • Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth (or pasta water). Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Add the Parmesan cheese and whisk until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add the spinach and stir until wilted.
  • Add the cooked fettuccine into the skillet and toss to coat thoroughly.
  • Add the shrimp back into the skillet and combine everything gently.
  • If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of pasta water.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning, then serve hot.