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Creamy Tuscan Shrimp Linguine

Creamy Tuscan Shrimp Linguine Recipe

The Crispy Chef
This Creamy Tuscan Shrimp Linguine is rich, flavorful, and surprisingly easy to make. With juicy shrimp, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and a velvety Parmesan cream sauce, this dish is perfect for an impressive dinner with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4
Calories 580 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large skillet
  • Tongs or pasta spoon
  • Measuring cups/spoons
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Colander

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta and Shrimp:

  • 12 oz linguine pasta
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Creamy Tuscan Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil chopped
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions
 

Cook the Pasta:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Add linguine and cook until al dente (8–10 minutes).
  • Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain pasta (do not rinse).

Cook the Shrimp:

  • Pat shrimp dry, season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add shrimp in batches and cook ~2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  • Transfer to a plate and set aside.

Make the Creamy Sauce:

  • Reduce heat to medium and melt butter in same skillet.
  • Add garlic, cook 30 seconds.
  • Stir in sun-dried tomatoes, cook 1 minute.
  • Pour in heavy cream, bring to a simmer.
  • Add Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
  • Stir in Parmesan until melted and smooth.

Combine Everything:

  • Add spinach, stir until wilted.
  • Return shrimp to skillet with any juices.
  • Add drained pasta, toss to coat.
  • Add reserved pasta water as needed to loosen sauce.
  • Finish with lemon juice and adjust seasoning.

Notes

You can substitute shrimp with chicken or other seafood.
For a vegetarian version, omit the shrimp and add sautéed mushrooms or bell peppers.
To make it spicy, increase red pepper flakes or add Cajun seasoning.
Best served fresh but leftovers keep well for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 580kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 32gFat: 32g
Keyword creamy shrimp pasta
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