Sautéed Shrimp and Garlic Noodles with Chive Butter

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Succulent shrimp sautéed with garlic and tossed in perfectly cooked noodles coated in a fragrant chive butter sauce. This italian-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs large, peeled and deveined shrimp, spaghetti noodles, unsalted butter 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. 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 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 8 oz spaghetti noodles and cook for 8 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Step 2: While noodles cook, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp seasoned with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Sauté for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Reduce heat to medium, add 4 tbsp unsalted butter and 5 minced garlic cloves to the skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Step 4: Add the cooked noodles back into the skillet along with 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh chives, 1 tsp lemon zest, and 1/2 tsp salt. Toss well to coat noodles in the chive butter sauce.
  5. Step 5: Return the shrimp to the skillet, sprinkle with 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and toss gently for 1 minute until everything is heated through and coated.
  6. Step 6: Serve immediately garnished with extra chives if desired.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Shrimp and Garlic Noodles with Chive Butter 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 Sautéed Shrimp and Garlic Noodles with Chive Butter?

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 spaghetti noodles from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Shrimp and Garlic Noodles with Chive Butter?

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 and Garlic Noodles with Chive Butter 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 and Garlic Noodles with Chive Butter?

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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