– 8 ounces linguine pasta
– 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 cup chicken broth
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
– Salt and black pepper, to taste
– 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
– Red pepper flakes, optional (for serving)
Creating Easy Creamy Shrimp Linguine is simple when you follow these straightforward steps:
1. Cook the Linguine: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Sauté the Shrimp: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
3. Cook the Garlic: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds, stirring continuously, until fragrant.
4. Make the Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any bits stuck to the bottom of the skillet. Allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes. Then add the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
5. Add Cheese and Season: Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and combined. Season the sauce with lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to taste.
6. Combine the Ingredients: Add the cooked linguine and shrimp back into the skillet. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
7. Serve: Remove from heat. Garnish with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes, if desired.
Following these steps will result in a wonderfully creamy shrimp linguine that is bound to win hearts around the table.