Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo
This creamy one-pan Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo combines tender shrimp, rich Alfredo sauce, and perfectly cooked fettuccine for a comforting, elegant dinner that's surprisingly simple to prepare—all with minimal cleanup.
4 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined (tails optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 2 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1½ cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and ground black pepper to taste
- Pinch of ground nutmeg
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Cook the shrimp
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the shrimp lightly with salt and pepper. Add the shrimp to the skillet and sauté for approximately 2–3 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and pink throughout. Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside.
Begin the Alfredo base
- In the same skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Simmer the pasta
- Pour in the chicken broth and whole milk. Stir to combine. Place the uncooked fettuccine noodles into the skillet, ensuring they are mostly submerged. Cover the skillet with a lid and simmer for approximately 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente.
Incorporate cream and cheese
- Reduce the heat to medium-low. Pour in the heavy whipping cream and allow the mixture to cook for an additional 3–5 minutes, or until the sauce begins to thicken slightly. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, ground nutmeg, and additional salt and pepper if needed.
Combine and finish
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet. Gently toss to coat the shrimp and fettuccine with the sauce. Continue cooking for 1–2 minutes, until everything is heated through.
Garnish and serve
- Remove from heat. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately while hot.
Notes
To make this Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo gluten-free, simply replace the traditional fettuccine noodles with a gluten-free pasta variety made from rice, corn, or a gluten-free flour blend. Additionally, ensure that the chicken broth and Parmesan cheese are certified gluten-free, as some brands may contain hidden gluten due to additives or cross-contamination.