Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Lemon and Chili Flakes over Angel Hair Pasta
Quick sautéed shrimp tossed with garlic, chili flakes, and lemon juice over delicate angel hair pasta for a bright and flavorful dinner. This Italian-inspired pasta recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs angel hair pasta, raw shrimp, peeled and deveined, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 390 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 angel hair pasta
- 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 8 oz angel hair pasta and cook for 3-4 minutes until just al dente. Drain and reserve 1/4 cup pasta water.
- Step 2: While pasta cooks, heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1/2 tsp red chili flakes, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined raw shrimp to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Step 4: Stir in the drained pasta, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and 1/4 cup reserved pasta water. Toss everything together for 1 minute until the sauce coats the pasta and shrimp.
- Step 5: Season with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Lemon 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 Garlic Shrimp with Lemon 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 Garlic Shrimp with Lemon 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 Garlic Shrimp with Lemon 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 Garlic Shrimp with Lemon and Chili Flakes over Angel Hair Pasta?
Italian pasta 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.
