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One Pan Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo

I’m always on the lookout for recipes that are quick, flavorful, and don’t leave a mountain of dishes to wash afterward. That’s exactly why I adore this One-Pan Shrimp Fettuccine. It combines tender, juicy shrimp with a rich, creamy sauce, perfectly coated over delicate fettuccine noodles—all cooked in a single pan.
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Pasta, Seafood
Cuisine: American, Italian

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb. shrimp peeled and deveined (tails on or off)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 8 oz fettuccine noodles
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Pinch of nutmeg
  • Fresh chopped parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper, then cook until opaque and fully cooked, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and whole milk, whisking to combine. Add the fettuccine noodles to the skillet, ensuring they are mostly submerged. Cover with a lid and simmer until the noodles are tender, about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  4. Once the noodles are cooked, remove the lid and reduce the heat to medium. Stir in the heavy whipping cream and allow the sauce to thicken slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add the Parmesan cheese, a pinch of nutmeg, and additional salt and pepper to taste. Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce is creamy.
  6. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, tossing gently to coat them in the sauce and combine with the fettuccine.
  7. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley for garnish and serve immediately.
  8. Enjoy!