Description
A rich and creamy Broccoli Shrimp Alfredo combining tender shrimp, fresh broccoli, and fettuccine pasta in a luscious Parmesan-heavy cream sauce. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner with classic Italian-American flavors.
Ingredients
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Pasta and Vegetables
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
Shrimp and Seasonings
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- ¼ cup chopped parsley, for garnish
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook Pasta and Broccoli: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. In the last 2 minutes of cooking, add the broccoli florets to the boiling pasta water. Drain the pasta and broccoli together and set aside.
- Cook Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes on each side until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp and set aside.
- Prepare Alfredo Sauce: In the same skillet, add butter and minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and optional crushed red pepper flakes. Cook the sauce for 2–3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Combine and Heat Through: Return the cooked shrimp, drained pasta, and broccoli to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce. Toss everything gently to coat thoroughly. Cook for an additional 1–2 minutes until heated through.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and sprinkle chopped parsley over the top before serving to add freshness and color.
Notes
- Use frozen broccoli if fresh is unavailable; thaw and drain well before adding.
- For a lighter sauce, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Add a splash of lemon juice for added brightness and acidity if desired.
