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Shrimp Alfredo Fettuccine And Broccoli

Creamy Shrimp Alfredo Fettuccine with Broccoli is a quick, flavorful pasta dish featuring tender shrimp, vibrant broccoli, and a rich parmesan garlic sauce—all made in under 40 minutes.

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound raw shrimp peeled and deveined
  • ½ cup butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup white wine dry preferred
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 8 ounces fettuccine
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Optional: Chopped parsley and extra parmesan for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook fettuccine until al dente (10–12 minutes). Drain and set aside, saving ½ cup of pasta water.
  • Steam broccoli in a covered saucepan with a splash of water for 4–5 minutes, until tender. Drain and set aside.
  • Melt 1 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook shrimp 2–3 minutes per side until pink. Remove and keep warm.
  • Add remaining butter to the skillet. Sauté garlic for 1 minute, then whisk in flour to form a thick, golden paste.
  • Pour in white wine, scraping the pan and whisking until smooth. Simmer for 2 minutes.
  • Lower heat. Slowly whisk in heavy cream. Simmer 3–4 minutes, then add parmesan. Stir until creamy and smooth.
  • Add shrimp, broccoli, and pasta. Toss gently to coat. Thin sauce with pasta water if needed.
  • Serve hot with extra parmesan and chopped parsley, if desired.