Creamy Mozzarella Shrimp Pasta: The Best Comfort Food Delight
A delicious and creamy shrimp pasta dish with mozzarella that offers the ultimate comfort.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Pan-Fry
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Dairy-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream, mozzarella, and parmesan cheese; simmer until the cheese is melted.
- Add cooked fettuccine and basil. Toss to combine and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add red pepper flakes.
- Substitute chicken for shrimp if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Creamy Mozzarella Shrimp Pasta, comfort food, shrimp pasta