Creamy Chipotle Shrimp Pasta: The Best Comfort Meal at Home
A deliciously creamy and spicy pasta dish that’s perfect for a comforting meal at home.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 8 ounces linguine or fettuccine
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chipotle pepper, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink, then stir in chipotle pepper.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring well to combine.
- Add parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper; stir until the sauce thickens.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the creamy shrimp mixture.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added heat, adjust the amount of chipotle used.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 200 milligrams
Keywords: Creamy Chipotle Shrimp Pasta, shrimp pasta, comfort food