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Creamy Shrimp and Mushroom Pasta

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces fettuccine linguine, or spaghetti
  • ¼ to ½ cup reserved pasta water
  • 1 ½ pounds large shrimp peeled, deveined, and tail off (patted dry)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
  • 12 to 16 ounces mushrooms sliced
  • 1 small onion finely diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese plus more for serving

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta until al dente. Reserve some of the pasta water, then drain.
    12 ounces fettuccine, ¼ to ½ cup reserved pasta water
  • Season the shrimp with the salt, pepper, and paprika.
    1 ½ pounds large shrimp, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon paprika
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side, just until pink and opaque. Transfer to a plate.
    1 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and 3 tablespoons butter. Add the mushrooms and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they release their liquid and start to brown.
    1 tablespoons olive oil, 12 to 16 ounces mushrooms, 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • Add the onion and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
    1 small onion, 4 cloves garlic
  • Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
    ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low. Stir in the heavy cream and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.
    1 cup heavy cream, ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Stir in the Parmesan until melted and smooth. Add ¼ cup of the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce, adding more as needed until it coats the pasta nicely.
    ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Add the drained pasta and toss to coat. Add the shrimp back to the skillet and warm for 30 to 60 seconds.
  • Serve immediately with parsley and extra Parmesan.

How to Store Leftovers

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Notes

  • The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 2 cups of pasta. Actual calories will vary.
Nutrition Facts
Creamy Shrimp and Mushroom Pasta
Serving Size
 
2 cups
Amount per Serving
Calories
955
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
50
g
77
%
Saturated Fat
 
26
g
163
%
Trans Fat
 
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
4
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
16
g
Cholesterol
 
459
mg
153
%
Sodium
 
873
mg
38
%
Potassium
 
1110
mg
32
%
Carbohydrates
 
72
g
24
%
Fiber
 
4
g
17
%
Sugar
 
6
g
7
%
Protein
 
57
g
114
%
Vitamin A
 
1568
IU
31
%
Vitamin C
 
5
mg
6
%
Calcium
 
368
mg
37
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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