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Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta

A delicious and quick creamy garlic shrimp pasta dish that combines tender shrimp and a luxurious creamy sauce, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or linguine)
Shrimp
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt Adds creaminess and tanginess
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic is recommended
  • 2 tbsp olive oil For sautéing the garlic
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth Adjust based on preferred creaminess
  • to taste Salt and pepper
Garnish
  • Parsley For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
Cooking
  1. Add the shrimp to the skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until the shrimp are pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Reduce the heat and stir in the chicken broth and Greek yogurt until well combined.
  3. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing everything together until the pasta is coated in the sauce.
Serving
  1. Serve warm, garnished with parsley.

Notes

Don't overcook the shrimp; they should be pink and opaque but not rubbery. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving adds brightness.
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