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Quick Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta Recipe Easy Homemade Dinner with Cherry Tomatoes

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A quick and easy garlic butter shrimp pasta with cherry tomatoes that comes together in under 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights or a comforting homemade dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces linguine or spaghetti
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or thawed if frozen)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 ounces of linguine or spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente (about 9-11 minutes). Drain, reserving ½ cup of pasta water. Set pasta aside.
  2. While pasta cooks, pat 1 pound of shrimp dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 2 minutes per side until pink and slightly golden. Cook in batches if needed. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  4. Lower heat to medium. Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter to the skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and halved cherry tomatoes. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until garlic is fragrant and tomatoes start to soften but still hold their shape.
  5. Pour ¼ cup dry white wine or chicken broth into the pan. Stir and let it simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
  6. Return shrimp to the skillet. Add cooked pasta and toss everything together. If the sauce seems thick, add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
  7. Sprinkle crushed red pepper flakes, and adjust salt and pepper to taste. Toss again and remove from heat.
  8. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and freshly grated Parmesan cheese just before serving.

Notes

Do not overcook the shrimp to keep them juicy and tender. Use reserved pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. For dairy-free, substitute butter with olive oil or vegan butter and skip Parmesan or use vegan cheese. White wine adds brightness but can be substituted with chicken broth or water with vinegar.

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