Description
Garlic Shrimp Pasta in White Wine Sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish. This recipe combines succulent shrimp with al dente pasta, all coated in a rich, flavorful white wine garlic sauce. It’s perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound linguine or spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (such as Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc)
- 1/4 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for a touch of heat)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Cook the shrimp: While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the sauce: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the white wine and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a simmer and cook for 3-5 minutes, allowing the sauce to reduce slightly.
- Combine: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Add the butter and chopped parsley, tossing to coat the pasta. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Add shrimp and season: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss gently to combine. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) to taste.
- Serve: Serve immediately, garnished with extra fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality shrimp for the best flavor.
- Do not overcook the shrimp, as they can become tough.
- Adjust the amount of garlic and red pepper flakes to your preference.
- You can substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth for a lighter flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 200mg