15 Minute Creamy Easy Shrimp Alfredo Pasta Recipe
A quick and creamy Shrimp Alfredo Pasta recipe ready in just 15 minutes, featuring paprika-marinated shrimp pan-fried to perfection and tossed with a rich, cheesy cream sauce and tender pasta, garnished with fresh parsley for a delicious and comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Shrimp Marinade
- 150 g Shrimp
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp smoked salt
- 1/2 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1.5 tbsp oil
Sauce & Pasta
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1.5 cups cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese
- 2 servings cooked pasta (about 300g)
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the shrimp: In a bowl, combine shrimp with paprika, onion powder, oregano, smoked salt, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and oil. Mix until the shrimp are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Cook the shrimp: Heat a pan over medium-high heat. Pan fry the marinated shrimp for 1-2 minutes per side until they are about 90% cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside.
- Sauté the onions: Using the same pan, sauté the chopped onions over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until they become soft and translucent, stirring occasionally to avoid burning.
- Prepare the Alfredo sauce: Lower the heat to medium-low and add the cream to the pan. Bring the cream to a gentle simmer over 2-3 minutes. Stir in salt, pepper, and shredded cheese. Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens.
- Toss pasta and shrimp in sauce: Add the cooked pasta and shrimp back into the pan with the Alfredo sauce. Toss everything together for 1-2 minutes until the shrimp and pasta are evenly coated with the creamy sauce.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve immediately for a flavorful and creamy pasta dish.
Notes
- Use freshly cooked pasta for best texture and flavor.
- You can substitute the shrimp with chicken or scallops if preferred.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt, based on your cheese variety.
- For a lighter option, use half-and-half or milk instead of cream, but sauce may be less rich.
- Make sure not to overcook the shrimp to keep them tender and juicy.
