Genuine Italian Garlic Shrimp Pasta

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-31 · Updated 2026-03-31

Indulge in the rich flavors of Italy with this creamy garlic shrimp pasta, featuring tender shrimp and a velvety garlic butter sauce. This Italian-inspired pasta recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs spaghetti, shrimp, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 12 oz spaghetti
• 1 lb, peeled and deveined shrimp
• 4 cloves, minced garlic
• 3 tbsp butter
• 1/2 cup white wine
• 1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
2. Step 2: In a large skillet, melt 3 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add 1 lb shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque. Stir in 1/2 cup white wine, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes until liquid evaporates.
3. Step 3: Toss cooked spaghetti into the skillet, adding 1/2 cup pasta water to loosen the sauce. Stir in 1/4 cup fresh parsley and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Cook for 1-2 minutes until pasta is fully coated. Serve immediately.