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Shrimp and broccoli pasta in a garlic butter sauce
The Savvy Bite Kitchen

Shrimp and Broccoli Pasta

Garlicky shrimp and broccoli tossed with pasta in a light butter, lemon and Parmesan sauce. A quick dinner for two.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 ounces pasta penne or linguine
  • 2 cups broccoli florets cut small
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 8 ounces shrimp peeled and deveined, patted dry
  • ¼ teaspoon salt plus more for the pasta water
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan plus more for serving
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Method
 

  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package directions, adding the broccoli for the last 3 minutes. Scoop out ½ cup of the cooking water, then drain.
  2. While the pasta cooks, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the shrimp with the salt and pepper and cook for 1–2 minutes per side, until pink and opaque.
  3. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  4. Reduce the heat to low. Add the pasta, broccoli, butter and ¼ cup of the cooking water. Toss until the butter melts.
  5. Add the Parmesan and lemon juice and toss until the sauce coats the pasta, adding more cooking water if needed. Serve right away.

Notes

  • Add ¼ teaspoon of red pepper flakes with the garlic.
  • For a creamier sauce, add ¼ cup of cream with the pasta water.
  • Chicken can replace the shrimp.