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Creamy Shrimp Pasta

🍽️4 Servings
📅Jun 23, 2026

Ingredients

5 oz fettuccine pasta
½ lb raw shrimp
1 tsp paprika
½ tbsp garlic powder
½ tbsp onion powder
salt
black pepper
3 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp butter
1 medium yellow onion
4 garlic cloves
½ tbsp red pepper flakes
¾ cup heavy whipping cream
½ cup mozzarella cheese
¾ cup Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1
Cook the pasta: Boil fettuccine until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
2
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high. Add seasoned shrimp and cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
3
In the same pan, melt butter. Add onion and cook until translucent. Stir in garlic, paprika, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
4
Pour in heavy cream and stir. Add mozzarella and Parmesan, mixing until melted and creamy. Stir in reserved pasta water and let the sauce thicken for 2–3 minutes.
5
Lastly, add pasta and shrimp to the sauce. Toss well and cook for 1 minute to absorb flavors.