One-Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp with Pasta

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Bright, zesty shrimp and pasta cooked in a single pot with lemon, garlic, and fresh herbs — ready in 25 minutes. This italian-inspired one pot ready in about 25 minutes pairs linguine, olive oil, peeled and deveined large shrimp for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large pot, bring 4 quarts of water to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz linguine and 1 tbsp salt, and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in the same pot over medium heat. Add 1 lb shrimp and season with 1/2 tsp sea salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque, then remove and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Add 4 cloves garlic (minced) to the pot and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 1/4 cup lemon juice, 2 tbsp white wine, and the reserved 1/2 cup pasta water. Simmer for 1 minute until slightly thickened.
  5. Step 5: Return shrimp to the pot with drained linguine. Toss for 1 minute until coated, then stir in 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese and 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped). Cook for 1 minute until cheese melts and sauce clings to pasta.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does One-Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp with Pasta 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 Lemon Garlic Shrimp with Pasta?

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 linguine from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp with Pasta?

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 Lemon Garlic Shrimp with Pasta 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-Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp with Pasta?

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.

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