Ingredients
12 oz fettuccine pasta
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup broccoli florets
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 zucchini, sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup vegetable or chicken broth
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Cook Pasta
Cook fettuccine according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
Cook Shrimp
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season shrimp with salt and pepper, cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
Sauté Vegetables
In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil. Sauté garlic for 30 seconds, then add broccoli, bell pepper, and zucchini. Cook for 4–5 minutes until slightly tender. Add tomatoes last and cook 1–2 minutes.
Make Sauce
Pour in broth and cream. Stir in Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Simmer 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Combine Everything
Add cooked pasta and shrimp back into the skillet. Toss to coat. Add reserved pasta water if needed to loosen sauce.
Serve
Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan. Serve warm.
Notes
Cooking Tips
- Don’t overcook shrimp – they cook quickly and become rubbery if left too long.
- Cut veggies evenly for consistent cooking.
- Use fresh Parmesan for the best flavor and smooth sauce.
- Reserve pasta water—it helps create a silky sauce texture.
Variations
- Lighter Version: Swap heavy cream for half-and-half or a mix of milk and Greek yogurt.
- Spicy Kick: Add more red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
- Extra Veggies: Toss in asparagus, snap peas, or mushrooms.
- Garlic Butter Style: Skip cream and use butter, garlic, lemon juice, and herbs for a lighter, non-creamy version.
- Protein Swap: Substitute shrimp with chicken, scallops, or tofu.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g