Shrimp Spaghetti
If you need a quick dinner that feels a little special without a lot of effort, this Shrimp Spaghetti is it. It’s simple, packed with flavor, and comes together fast with just a handful of ingredients.
This Italian shrimp pasta is going to be your new favorite dinner! It was a huge hit at our house and it’s delicious enough to serve to company and the perfect dinner when you don’t know what to cook!
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick garlic shrimp pasta dinner ready in under 30 minutes perfect for busy weeknights.
- Simple pantry ingredients with big flavor thanks to Italian dressing and garlic.
- Light pasta with juicy shrimp that’s not heavy but still totally satisfying.
Ingredients
- Jumbo shrimp
- Italian Dressing – use our homemade dressing with fresh lemon juice or grab your favorite from the grocery store
- Spaghetti – Angel Hair or thin spaghetti
- Olive oil
- Granulated garlic
- Salt
- Pepper
- Parmesan cheese for garnish
- Marinate the shrimp. Place shrimp in a bowl and toss with Italian dressing. Let sit while you prepare everything else.How to Make Shrimp Spaghetti
- Cook the pasta. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the shrimp. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp with marinade, cooking 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat and set aside.
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- Combine with pasta. Add cooked pasta to the pasta pan or skillet and toss with remaining cup of Italian dressing, granulated garlic, salt and pepper until well coated.
Serve. Top with shrimp and freshly grated parmesan cheese. Serve with a side salad and garlic bread.
Tips & Variations
- Use peeled and deveined shrimp to save time.
- Don’t overcook the shrimp or they’ll turn rubbery, pull them off the heat as soon as they turn pink.
- Add a splash of pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
- Toss in fresh parsley or basil for extra flavor and color. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick to this pasta dish.
This Shrimp Spaghetti is one of those family favorite recipes you’ll keep coming back to when you want something fast, flavorful and just a little different from your usual pasta night.
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Shrimp Spaghetti
Ingredients
- 1 pound jumbo shrimp thawed, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups Italian Dressing homemade or favorite brand – divided
- 1 pound thin spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons granulated garlic
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
- Parmesan cheese grated, for garnish
Instructions
- Place peeled shrimp in a bowl and toss with 1 cup Italian dressing. Let sit while you prepare everything else.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp with marinade, cooking 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from pan and set aside.
- Add cooked spaghetti back to the pasta pan or skillet over medium heat. Toss with remaining 1 cup of Italian dressing, 2 teaspoons garlic, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and 1 teaspoon ground pepper.
- Top with shrimp and garnish with grated parmesan.
Notes
Tips & Variations
- Use peeled and deveined shrimp to save time.
- Don’t overcook the shrimp or they’ll turn rubbery, pull them off the heat as soon as they turn pink.
- Add a splash of pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
- Toss in fresh parsley or basil for extra flavor and color.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat with a little olive oil to keep the pasta from drying out.Nutrition
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