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Creamy Mushroom Alfredo Shrimp Skillet

Close-up of Creamy Mushroom Alfredo Shrimp Skillet served over fettuccine pasta, garnished with parsley.
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Make a rich, creamy mushroom alfredo shrimp skillet dinner in one pan. This recipe is quick and satisfying.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 8 ounces fettuccine or linguine pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water. Set the pasta aside.
  2. Season the shrimp lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter with the olive oil. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and start to brown, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  4. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  6. Pour the chicken broth into the skillet and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom. Let it simmer for 1 minute.
  7. Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the heavy cream. Let the sauce warm through but do not let it boil rapidly.
  8. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and thickened. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water.
  9. Return the cooked pasta and the shrimp to the skillet. Toss everything gently to coat evenly in the alfredo sauce.
  10. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  11. Stir in the fresh parsley just before serving.

Notes

  • For an extra creamy sauce, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese instead of pre-shredded.
  • You can substitute spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for some of the mushrooms.
  • If you prefer a thinner sauce, increase the amount of chicken broth slightly.

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