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Marry Me Shrimp Pasta

Marry Me Shrimp Pasta

This Marry Me Shrimp Pasta is a decadent, flavor-packed dish featuring tender shrimp and crispy pancetta tossed in a luscious, creamy sun-dried tomato sauce. With garlic, onion, spinach, and plenty of Parmesan, the sauce clings perfectly to al dente pasta for a rich and satisfying bite. The shrimp are perfectly seasoned, the pancetta adds a savory crunch, and a splash of pasta water brings it all together. It’s a one-pan wonder that’s easy to make yet feels gourmet—perfect for date night or a cozy night in.

Author: These Carbs Don't Count

Meal Type: Peanuts Free

Cuisine: Italian

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep. Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Servings: 3 bowls

Calories: 1,195 kcal per serving

Ingredients

  • ½ lb - pasta
  • 4 ounces - pancetta
  • 2 cups - raw shrimp
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • ½ tsp - garlic powder
  • ½ tsp - onion powder
  • ½ tsp - paprika
  • ½ tsp - dried parsley
  • Olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons - butter
  • 1 - onion
  • Salt and pepper
  • 3 cloves - garlic
  • 3 ounces - sun-dried tomatoes
  • 1 cup - heavy cream
  • ½ cup - chicken broth
  • ½ tsp - garlic powder
  • ½ tsp - onion powder
  • ½ tsp - paprika
  • ½ tsp - dried parsley
  • 1 cup - grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup - spinach
  • Reserved pasta water
  • parsley

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
  2. In a pan, cook pancetta until crispy. Remove and set aside on paper towels.
  3. Season shrimp with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, parsley, and a drizzle of olive oil.
  4. In the same pan, melt butter. Add shrimp and cook on both sides until opaque. Remove and set aside.
  5. Add diced onion to the pan, season with salt and pepper, and cook until translucent.
  6. Stir in garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook until garlic is fragrant.
  7. Add heavy cream and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.
  8. Season the sauce with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and parsley.
  9. Add Parmesan, chopped parsley, spinach, shrimp, and pancetta. Stir to combine.
  10. Add pasta and a splash of reserved pasta water. Mix until creamy and well-coated.
  11. Top with more Parmesan and chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Energy: 1,195 kcal | Total Fat: 69 g | Saturated: 35 g | Trans: 0 g | Unsaturated: 8 g | Cholesterol: 357 mg | Total Carbs: 87 g | Fiber: 8 g | Sugars: 18 g | Proteins: 61 g | Sodium: 2,200 mg | Polyunsaturated: 5 g | Monounsaturated: 22 g

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