Creamy Chipotle Shrimp Pasta: A Spicy, Indulgent Delight at Home
This creamy chipotle shrimp pasta is a quick yet indulgent meal packed with flavor and spice, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons chipotle in adobo sauce, chopped
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and chipotle sauce, stirring to combine.
- Add the Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
- Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce, ensuring it is well coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then garnish with cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For extra heat, add more chipotle or cayenne pepper.
- This dish is best served immediately for optimal creaminess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Creamy Chipotle Shrimp Pasta, Spicy Shrimp Pasta, Comfort Food