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Garlic Butter Shrimp Capellini

Garlic Butter Shrimp Capellini

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Italian

Description

This Garlic Butter Capellini Pomodoro with Shrimp is a light yet flavorful pasta dish that comes together in just 30 minutes. Juicy shrimp, a rich buttery garlic-infused tomato sauce, and delicate capellini pasta create a perfect balance of fresh and indulgent flavors. Serve with Parmesan and fresh basil for the ultimate Italian-inspired meal!

Ingredients

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Shrimp:
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil, for cooking
Pomodoro Sauce:
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups diced fresh tomatoes or halved cherry tomatoes
  • 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
  • Salt, to taste
Pasta:
 
  • 8 oz capellini pasta (such as DeLallo brand)
  • Parmesan cheese, for topping

Instructions

  • Cook the Shrimp:

    • Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
    • Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for about 2 minutes per side, until pink and opaque.
    • Remove from the pan and set aside.

  • Prepare the Pomodoro Sauce:

    • In the same pan, add a bit more olive oil over medium-low heat.
    • Add garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
    • Stir in tomatoes and broth, simmering for about 10 minutes, until the tomatoes break down into a sauce.
    • Let the sauce thicken slightly.

  • Cook the Pasta:

    • Cook capellini pasta according to package directions.
    • Drain and set aside.

  • Finish the Sauce:

    • Stir in butter and fresh basil, letting it melt into the sauce.
    • If the sauce needs thickening, simmer on low heat for a few extra minutes.
    • Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

 

  • Assemble & Serve:

    • Return shrimp to the pan, stirring to coat in the sauce.
    • Serve the sauce and shrimp over capellini pasta.
    • Top with Parmesan cheese, extra basil, salt, and pepper.

Notes

  • Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free capellini or spaghetti.
  • Make It Spicy: Add red pepper flakes for extra heat.

 

  • Vegetarian Option: Swap shrimp for roasted zucchini or mushrooms.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 480 kcal
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50 g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 180mg

Find it online: https://cooktune.com/garlic-butter-shrimp-capellini/