Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic and Chili Flakes over Angel Hair Pasta

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Tender shrimp sautéed in a spicy garlic chili oil served atop delicate angel hair pasta for a simple yet flavorful seafood dinner. This italian-inspired seafood ready in about 20 minutes pairs angel hair pasta, peeled and deveined large shrimp, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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.

★ 4.6 (9 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add 8 oz angel hair pasta and cook for 3-4 minutes until al dente; drain and reserve 1/4 cup pasta water.
  2. Step 2: While pasta cooks, heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1 tsp red chili flakes; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp, season with 3/4 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, and sauté for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
  4. Step 4: Return pasta to the skillet with shrimp, add 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, toss with 1/4 cup reserved pasta water for 1 minute until the sauce gently coats the strands; serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic and Chili Flakes over Angel Hair Pasta take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 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 Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic and Chili Flakes over Angel Hair 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 angel hair pasta from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic and Chili Flakes over Angel Hair 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 Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic and Chili Flakes over Angel Hair 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 Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic and Chili Flakes over Angel Hair Pasta?

Italian seafood 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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