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Marry Me Shrimp Pasta

Marry Me Shrimp Pasta

Delicious Marry Me Shrimp Pasta is a creamy and flavorful dish that's perfect for a romantic dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 3 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650 kcal

Equipment

  • large heavy skillet
  • large pot

Ingredients
  

Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Shrimp

  • 1 cup drained sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, sliced
  • 4 Tbsp. tomato oil divided
  • 1 lb. large shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails removed
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Pasta and Sauce

  • 16 oz. rigatoni or penne
  • 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 2 Tbsp. tomato paste
  • ¼ tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp. Italian seasoning
  • 1 (5-oz.) pkg. baby spinach
  • 1 oz. Parmesan, finely grated (about ½ cup), plus more for serving
  • Torn fresh basil leaves for serving

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • In a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat, heat 2 Tbsp. tomato oil. Season shrimp with salt and black pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until pink and opaque, about 3 minutes. Transfer shrimp to a plate or bowl.
  • Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta, stirring occasionally, until al dente according to package directions. Drain.
  • In same skillet over medium heat, cook garlic, tomato paste, red pepper flakes, and remaining 2 Tbsp. tomato oil, stirring, until tomato paste deepens in color, about 1 minute. Add sun-dried tomatoes, broth, cream, and Italian seasoning. Bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits, and cook, stirring occasionally, until sauce slightly reduces, about 5 minutes. Add spinach and cook, stirring, until wilted, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add pasta, shrimp, and Parmesan. Cook, stirring, until pasta is coated and sauce is glossy; season with salt and black pepper. Remove skillet from heat, cover, and let it sit 2 to 3 minutes. Give pasta another stir to coat.
  • Divide pasta and shrimp among bowls. Top with basil and more Parmesan.

Notes

This dish is perfect for a romantic dinner and can easily be doubled for a larger crowd.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg
Keyword Creamy Pasta, easy pasta recipe, Marry Me Shrimp Pasta, Romantic Dinner, seafood pasta, shrimp pasta
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