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One Pot Basil Shrimp Pasta

Course One pot
Keyword dinner ideas, pasta, quick meal, shrimp
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 Servings
Author thedishnextdoor

Ingredients

  • 8 oz. raw shrimp, peeled + deveined (Left whole or cut into chunks)
  • 8 oz. Linguine pasta (You can also use spaghetti or Fettuccini pasta)
  • 3 Tbl. unsalted butter
  • 3 Tbl. Olive oil
  • 5-6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp. lemon pepper
  • 1/4-1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil (about 4-5 leaves), chopped (Or 1 Tbl. dried Basil)
  • 1-2 tsp. dried parsley
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, for garnish (Optional)

Instructions

  • In a large pot, cook the pasta according to the directions. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water and discard the rest. Transfer the pasta to a medium bowl and toss with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Set aside.
  • In the same large pot, add the butter and remaining 1 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-low heat.
  • Once melted, add the garlic and cook for 1-1 1/2 minutes or until lightly golden and aromatic, constantly stirring to prevent burning.
  • Add in the shrimp. Cook on each side for 30 seconds or until pink.
  • Stir in the lemon pepper, red pepper, parsley, and chopped basil. Cook for one more minute.
  • Toss in the cooked pasta until well coated. If the pasta appears dry, add in 1/4 cup water at a time until it becomes creamy.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Garnish with parmesan and serve.