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This easy garlic butter shrimp pasta tastes like something from a restaurant but comes together in just 20 minutes on a weeknight. You get 1 lb of plump large shrimp tossed with linguine in a rich, buttery garlic sauce — all in one skillet. It's the kind of quick shrimp dinner that looks impressive but couldn't be simpler.
Pro Tip
Don't overcook the shrimp — they only need 1–2 minutes per side. They're done as soon as they turn pink and curl into a C shape. An O shape means overcooked.
Ingredients
- 12 oz linguine
- 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 4 tbsp butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- Salt, pepper, and parmesan to taste
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Instructions
- 1
Cook linguine according to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- 2
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes; cook 1 minute.
- 3
Add shrimp in a single layer. Cook 1–2 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
- 4
Add drained pasta to the skillet with a splash of pasta water. Toss to coat.
- 5
Return shrimp to the pan. Add lemon juice and parsley. Toss and serve with parmesan.
Total time: 5 min prep + 20 min cook · Serves: 4 · Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary based on ingredients used.
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