One Pot Pesto Shrimp Pasta
This one-pot pesto shrimp pasta is so creamy and can be made in under 30 minutes. It only takes a handful of ingredients and even the pickiest eaters finish their servings!
I am a very big pesto fan. Huge! Anything with pesto on it, I will take a plate full. It’s probably due to the fact that basil is my favorite herb. But this is the easiest one-pot pasta recipe I have yet to make! I can’t believe how easy it was and wow is it yum-o!
Pesto in a pasta dish is amazing. It has such a fresh and tangy bite to it that it really brightens a dish. And when a protein gets added in, it brings more texture and flavor.
At first, I wasn’t sure how I was going to make this. Maybe like all my other one-pot recipes. But no. I decided to try this method out first by cooking the pasta in water first then adding to it and I am so glad I did! The dish came out so light and creamy! I used my homemade pesto for this recipe, but store-bought will work great as well.
I really hope you enjoy this! So, try this out and don’t forget to tag me on Instagram or Facebook. I would love to see your creation!
One Pot Pesto Shrimp Pasta
Ingredients
- 1 lb. shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped into quarters
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 Tbl. Olive oil
- 8 oz. orechiette pasta
- ¼ cup pesto (I also have a homemade recipe above)
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 Tbl. parmesan cheese
- Salt + pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the tablespoon of oil with the minced garlic over medium heat. Continue stirring around to prevent burning. Cook for about a minute until garlic gets a light golden, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add in the pasta and 2 cups of water. Cover and cook for 10 minutes or until pasta is al dente.
- Uncover and reduce heat to low.
- Add in the shrimp, pesto, heavy cream, and parmesan cheese. Lightly season with salt + pepper. Cook until the shrimp is pink, about 5-6 minutes.
- Serve.
About Nicole
Hey There! I'm Nicole, and I have been making food for as long as I can remember, from a little girl cooking with her grandmother to making new dishes and using her husband as a taste tester.
