Tuscan Shrimp Pasta Recipe Video

If you loved the flavors of our Tuscan Chicken and creamy Tuscan Salmon then you will love this garlic butter Tuscan shrimp recipe. It’s similar to our Creamy Shrimp Pasta Recipe but weaves in the sweet and earthy flavors of sun-dried tomatoes and fresh basil. This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy.

Our Best Creamy Tuscan Shrimp

This pasta dish is the perfect example of Tuscan cooking since it’s known for bringing simple ingredients together to create big, bold, crowd-pleasing flavors. Garlic. Sun-dried tomatoes. Alfredo sauce—need I say more? Then, throw some pan-fried shrimp into the mix, and your tastebuds will think you’ve traveled straight to a fancy dinner in Tuscany, but you’ve only spent 30 minutes in the kitchen.

Tuscan Shrimp Pasta Video

Watch how this creamy Tuscan shrimp pasta comes together quickly and can feed a crowd. It’s a decadent dish you’ll absolutely love!

Ingredients

Bring this Tuscan shrimp dish together quickly with the bold flavors of these fresh ingredients:

Pasta – Linguine or fettuccini are perfect for delivering the creamy Alfredo sauce. You can substitute for your favorite wide pasta, like bowties, for example, to grab the sauce. You can even use a gluten-free pasta and cook according package instructions. Shrimp – peeled and deveined, you can use tail-on or off. If using frozen shrimp, thaw in cold water for 30 minutes before cooking Seasoning – garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper give amazing flavor to the shrimp Butter and Olive Oil – add richness to the sauce and keep the butter from burning Sun-dried Tomatoes – find these in glass jars packed in oil. Drain the oil, and if they aren’t cut already, chop the tomatoes into strips Garlic – the fresh Italian flavor in nearly all Tuscan recipes, so you’ll need about a Tbsp, or 3 cloves minced. Cream – Heavy cream or regular whipping cream is best. Half-and-half won’t mix as well with the parmesan, so the sauce won’t be creamy. Parmesan Cheese – freshly shredded or grated cheese works best to melt into the sauce. It also adds a saltiness to the sauce, so taste test before adding more salt Basil – chop or shred the leaves into strips for garnish

How to Make Tuscan Shrimp Pasta

Boil – a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta to al dente. When the pasta is finished, reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain the water. Note: If the sauce isn’t finished when the pasta is done cooking, stir in 1-2 Tbsp of olive oil to keep drained pasta from sticking and cover to keep warm. Season – the shrimp with garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper. Melt – the butter and oil in a large non-reactive skillet over medium heat. Then cook the shrimp in a single layer for 1-2 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate. Add Sundried tomatoes and garlic – drizzle in more oil to the pan if needed and stir constantly for a minute or until fragrant. Stir in cream and parmesan cheese. Bring sauce to a boil stirring constantly. Then reduce heat and simmer for one minute. Season with salt and pepper only if needed Add Shrimp and most of the basil and stir to combine then turn off the heat. Add Cooked Pasta and reserved pasta water to reach your desired sauce consistency. Garnish with remaining chopped basil, and serve immediately.

How do I prevent cooked pasta from sticking?

If you start the pasta before the sauce, it should be ready at the perfect time to add to the finished sauce. If the pasta is ready early, reserve your pasta water then drain, drizzle with a little olive oil, and cover to keep warm.

What can I substitute for Shrimp?

Lobster, salmon, or chicken (like our Cajun Chicken Pasta) are excellent substitutes for shrimp in this pasta dish. You can also omit the protein for a side pasta dish.

Can I make this Tuscan Shrimp without the pasta?

Yes, this Shrimp Alfredo recipe perfectly pairs with mashed potatoes, rice, grilled vegetables, garlic bread, and salad. To thin the sauce, you can add a splash of water or milk.

What to Serve with Tuscan Shrimp Pasta

This creamy Tuscan Shrimp Pasta recipe has a rich, decadent flavor. It’s best served with roasted vegetables and fresh salads. These are a few of our favorite recipes to pair with Alfredo pasta dishes:

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This Creamy Tuscan Shrimp pasta recipe turns simple ingredients into a delicious meal in only 30 minutes. You’ll fall in love with the rich Alfredo sauce, plump shrimp, and earthy sun-dried tomatoes.