Description

Indulge in a rich and comforting bowl of Shrimp Broccoli Alfredo—a creamy pasta dish loaded with tender shrimp, vibrant broccoli, and a silky Parmesan Alfredo sauce. Whether you’re craving a cozy weeknight dinner, easy recipe idea, or crowd-pleasing comfort food, this dish ticks every box. It’s a quick dinner winner that tastes like it came from a high-end Italian kitchen, but is simple enough for any home cook. Perfect for those looking for easy dinner ideas, comforting pasta recipes, or weeknight family meals.

Ingredients

1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined

3 cups broccoli florets

12 ounces pasta (fettuccine or penne)

1 tablespoon olive oil

3 tablespoons butter

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 1/2 cups heavy cream

1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 cup sliced mushrooms (optional)

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Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Add broccoli during the last 2 minutes. Drain and set aside.

2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until pink (about 2 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.

3. In the same skillet, melt butter and add garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

4. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer while stirring.

5. Lower the heat and stir in Parmesan until the sauce thickens. Season with more salt and pepper if needed.

6. Return pasta and broccoli to the skillet. Add shrimp and toss until well coated and heated through.

7. Serve hot with extra Parmesan and cracked pepper.

Notes

Use freshly grated Parmesan, not pre-shredded, for the best sauce consistency.

Add a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness if your sauce feels too rich.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 620
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 740mg
Fat: 38g
Saturated Fat: 20g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 210mg