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Creamy One-Pan Tuscan Shrimp Pasta

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A quick and cozy one-pan pasta dish featuring tender shrimp, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a rich creamy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you want a comforting meal with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound peeled and deveined medium shrimp (wild-caught if possible)
  • 8 ounces penne or rigatoni pasta
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced thin (packed in oil)
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach, roughly chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large deep skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add shrimp seasoned lightly with salt and pepper; cook 2 minutes per side until pink and just opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes; stir for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in 1 cup chicken broth and 1 cup heavy cream; stir and bring to a gentle simmer. Let sauce thicken slightly over 3-5 minutes.
  5. Add dry pasta directly to the pan; stir well to submerge in the creamy liquid. Cover with lid and cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring every few minutes to prevent sticking.
  6. When pasta is tender and most liquid absorbed, stir in chopped spinach and grated Parmesan until spinach wilts and cheese melts.
  7. Return cooked shrimp to the pan; stir gently to warm through. Season with red pepper flakes, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Let everything mingle for 2 minutes.
  8. Serve hot, optionally topped with extra Parmesan or fresh basil leaves.

Notes

Do not overcook shrimp; remove when just pink as they cook more later. Stir pasta regularly while cooking to prevent sticking. If sauce thickens too much, add a splash more broth or cream. Fresh garlic is preferred over garlic powder. Lemon juice brightens the dish and balances richness.

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