Spaghetti with Shrimp in Cream Cheese Sauce
Spaghetti with shrimp in cream cheese sauce is a delightful dish that brings the taste of the Italian coast to your home. This creamy pasta features tender shrimp enveloped in a luscious sauce, making it perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests with minimal effort. Enjoy a combination of rich flavors and textures that will elevate any dining experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb large shrimp, deveined
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add cream cheese to the skillet, stirring until melted and combined; adjust consistency with reserved pasta water as needed.
- Toss cooked spaghetti into the skillet, mixing well to coat with the sauce.
- Serve topped with Parmesan and parsley, drizzled with olive oil if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 340g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 200mg