Marry Me Shrimp Pasta 💍🦐 Creamy, Garlicky, Sun-Dried Tomato Shrimp Pasta With Big Date-Night Energy

Marry Me Shrimp Pasta is everything you want in one dish — tender, juicy shrimp pan-seared and tossed with pasta in a garlicky, creamy sauce loaded with Parmesan, chili flakes, and sweet-savory sun-dried tomatoes. It’s luxurious in flavor, lightning-fast on the clock.

Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 12 oz large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ tsp chili flakes (optional, but recommended)
• ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed, chopped)
• ¾ cup heavy cream
• ½ cup chicken or seafood broth (or dry white wine)
• ½ cup grated Parmesan
• ½ tsp Italian seasoning
• 8 oz pasta (fettuccine, linguine, or penne)
• Optional: 2 cups baby spinach or arugula
• Fresh basil or parsley, for finish

Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Pasta

Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.

Step 2: Sear the Shrimp

Pat shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high. Sear shrimp 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.

Step 3: Build the Sauce

Lower heat to medium. Add garlic and chili flakes to the same skillet, sauté 30 seconds. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and Italian seasoning. Add broth or wine, simmer 1–2 minutes to reduce slightly.

Step 4: Make It Creamy

Stir in cream and Parmesan. Simmer 2–3 minutes until thickened. Taste and adjust seasoning. Add spinach if using and stir until wilted.

Step 5: Combine Everything

Add drained pasta and shrimp to the skillet. Toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water a splash at a time until sauce clings beautifully to the noodles.

Step 6: Serve

Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and a final dusting of Parmesan. Serve hot — creamy, briny, cheesy, and irresistible.

Flavor Variations

• Use scallops or lobster instead of shrimp for a luxe twist
• Add a splash of lemon juice or zest for brightness
• Stir in roasted red peppers or mushrooms
• Use Cajun seasoning on the shrimp for a spicier, Southern-inspired take

Pro Tips

• Don’t overcook shrimp — remove from heat as soon as they turn pink
• Save pasta water — it makes the sauce silky and helps it cling
• Use a large skillet so you can toss pasta without crowding
• Leftovers reheat best with a splash of broth or cream to loosen the sauce

Serving Ideas

• Pair with garlic bread or a lemony green salad
• Add a glass of crisp white wine — Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, or a dry rosé
• Finish with a drizzle of chili oil or fresh cracked pepper

Final Thoughts

Marry Me Shrimp Pasta is fast, rich, and built to impress — a creamy, garlicky, seafood-laced pasta that brings big flavor and even bigger energy. Whether it’s date night, girl dinner, or just Tuesday, this one brings the proposal-level vibes.

Sear it. Simmer it. Marry the sauce. 💍🦐🍝🔥

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