Easy Dinner Recipes Under 30 Minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Diet: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 lb Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz Angel hair pasta or thin spaghetti
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup Low-sodium chicken broth or dry white wine
- 1 Fresh lemon (juiced and zested)
- 1/4 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 tsp Red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. While the water heats up, mince your garlic, chop the fresh parsley, and zest your lemon. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels; this ensures they sear perfectly rather than steaming in the pan. Season the shrimp lightly with salt and pepper. Organize all your ingredients near the stove because this recipe moves very quickly once the heat is on.
- Drop the pasta into the boiling water and cook according to the package directions (usually 2-4 minutes for angel hair). While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and sear for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from the pan and set aside. In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and garlic. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Let the liquid simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Drain the pasta, reserving about 1/4 cup of the starchy cooking water. Toss the cooked pasta directly into the skillet with the lemon-garlic sauce. Add the cooked shrimp back into the pan. Use tongs to coat everything thoroughly, adding a splash of the reserved pasta water if the sauce needs more silkiness. Remove from heat and stir in the fresh parsley, lemon zest, and Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately in warm bowls with an extra wedge of lemon on the side.
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