One-Pot Garlic Shrimp and Linguine
A restaurant-quality pasta dish made entirely in one skillet with plump shrimp, garlic, and white wine, ready in under 20 minutes. This italian-inspired one pot ready in about 25 minutes pairs ounces linguine, pound shrimp, tablespoons olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 800 calories and feeds 2, 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 ounces linguine
- 1 pound shrimp
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring 4 quarts of salted water to a rolling boil in a large pot, add linguine, and cook for 8 minutes until al dente; drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, add shrimp, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque; transfer to a plate.
- Step 3: Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes to the skillet; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 4: Pour in white wine and simmer for 2 minutes until reduced by half.
- Step 5: Return shrimp and cooked linguine to skillet, add reserved pasta water, and toss for 2 minutes until sauce coats pasta.
- Step 6: Stir in chopped parsley and Parmesan cheese, then season with salt and black pepper to taste.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Garlic Shrimp and Linguine take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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-Pot Garlic Shrimp and Linguine?
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 ounces linguine from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Garlic Shrimp and Linguine?
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-Pot Garlic Shrimp and Linguine for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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-Pot Garlic Shrimp and Linguine?
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
- ★★★☆☆
Okay for a quick meal. I've had better one pot dishes though.
