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Easy 15-Minute Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta

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A quick and delicious garlic butter shrimp pasta that comes together in just 15 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights. This recipe features tender shrimp, a rich garlic butter sauce, and a splash of lemon, all coating perfectly cooked linguine.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz linguine or spaghetti
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined (21–25 count)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine (e.g., Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc)
  • 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
  • 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
  • 1/3 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add about 2 tablespoons of salt. Add linguine and cook according to package directions until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Stir occasionally.
  2. While pasta cooks, pat shrimp completely dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  3. About 2 minutes before pasta is done, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons butter and let it melt until sizzling. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Transfer to a plate.
  4. Reduce heat to medium and add remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook for about 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
  5. Pour in white wine and lemon juice, scraping up browned bits from the pan. Let simmer for about 2 minutes until slightly reduced.
  6. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining pasta. Drain well.
  7. Add drained pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss with tongs, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until sauce coats the pasta.
  8. Return cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss gently. Add chopped parsley and toss again. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  9. Serve immediately with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and extra parsley. Optionally, add a lemon wedge on the side.

Notes

Pat shrimp dry thoroughly to ensure proper browning. Save pasta water for a silky sauce. Work quickly once pasta is done. Taste sauce before adding pasta. For a richer sauce, add the second half of butter straight from the fridge. Do not overcook shrimp; they should curl into a loose C shape.

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