One-Pot Lemon Shrimp Pasta
Bright lemon and garlic infuse a simple pasta dish with zesty flavor, ready in under 20 minutes for busy evenings. This italian-inspired one pot ready in about 25 minutes pairs linguine, shrimp, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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 linguine
- 1 lb shrimp
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add 8 oz linguine, and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, add 4 minced garlic cloves, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Step 4: Stir in 1/2 cup chicken broth and 1/4 cup lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits, then add drained linguine and 1/4 cup reserved pasta water, tossing to coat.
- Step 5: Cook for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the pasta, then stir in 1/4 cup grated Parmesan and 1/4 cup chopped parsley.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Lemon Shrimp 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 Shrimp 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 Shrimp 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 Shrimp 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 Shrimp 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 15-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
