30-Minute Creamy Garlic Shrimp High Protein Pasta You’ll Crave
Creamy garlic shrimp high protein pasta is a rich and flavorful dish. It combines tender shrimp with a creamy garlic sauce and high-protein pasta for a satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
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- 8 oz high-protein pasta (like chickpea or lentil pasta)
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Add the cooked pasta and shrimp to the pan. Toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to your spice preference.
- Substitute half-and-half for a lighter sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 200mg