Description
Indulge in a luxurious and creamy Shrimp Alfredo Fettuccine with a healthy twist by adding broccoli. This dish is a perfect combination of succulent shrimp, tender broccoli florets, and rich Alfredo sauce, all served over perfectly cooked fettuccine pasta.
Ingredients
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For the Shrimp:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Alfredo Sauce:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
For the Pasta and Broccoli:
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- Salt for pasta water
Instructions
- Cook the Shrimp: Season shrimp with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and cook shrimp until pink, about 2-3 minutes per side. Set aside.
- Make the Alfredo Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream, Parmesan, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Simmer until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Cook Pasta and Broccoli: Cook fettuccine in salted water according to package instructions, adding broccoli in the last 3 minutes of cooking. Drain.
- Combine Everything: Toss cooked pasta and broccoli with Alfredo sauce. Add shrimp on top. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- You can add a squeeze of lemon juice for a fresh flavor.
- Feel free to sprinkle some red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
