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Easy One-Pan Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta

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A quick and flavorful one-pan shrimp pasta with bright lemon and garlic, perfect for weeknight dinners and minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces linguine or spaghetti
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: Peel and devein the shrimp if not already done. Mince the garlic, zest and juice the lemon, and chop the parsley.
  2. Heat the pan: Place a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter. Once melted, add shrimp seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook about 2 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  3. Sauté the garlic: In the same skillet, add remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, stirring until fragrant and lightly golden, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Add liquids and pasta: Pour in chicken broth and water, bring to a gentle boil. Add dry pasta, submerge as much as possible. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover with lid or foil, and simmer. Stir frequently to prevent sticking. Cook 10-12 minutes until pasta is al dente and most liquid absorbed.
  5. Finish the sauce: Stir in lemon zest and juice. Return shrimp to pan, toss gently to combine and warm through. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

If pasta is dry, add reserved cooking liquid or extra broth to loosen. Avoid overcooking shrimp to prevent rubbery texture. Stir frequently to prevent pasta sticking. Fresh lemon zest is preferred over bottled juice for best flavor. For gluten-free, substitute pasta with gluten-free or spiralized zucchini. For dairy-free, replace butter with olive oil or vegan butter and omit Parmesan.

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