One-Pan Lemon Garlic Shrimp & Fettuccine
A restaurant-worthy pasta dish made in one pan with plump shrimp, al dente fettuccine, and a vibrant lemon-garlic sauce that comes together in under 25 minutes. This italian-inspired one pot ready in about 30 minutes pairs fettuccine, peeled and deveined shrimp, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 540 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
- 8 oz fettuccine
- 12 oz, peeled and deveined shrimp
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1, zested and juiced lemon
- 4 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 oz fettuccine and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- Step 2: While pasta cooks, heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque, then remove and set aside.
- Step 3: Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the skillet, then stir in minced garlic and lemon zest. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 4: Pour in heavy cream and lemon juice, stirring constantly until sauce thickens slightly (about 2 minutes). Add drained pasta and 3 tbsp reserved pasta water, tossing to coat.
- Step 5: Stir in cooked shrimp and chopped parsley, cooking for 1 more minute until heated through. Adjust consistency with more pasta water if needed.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Lemon Garlic Shrimp & Fettuccine take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover One-Pan Lemon Garlic Shrimp & Fettuccine?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep fettuccine from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Lemon Garlic Shrimp & Fettuccine?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale One-Pan Lemon Garlic Shrimp & Fettuccine for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with One-Pan Lemon Garlic Shrimp & Fettuccine?
Italian one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
