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Lemon Butter Shrimp Pasta

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  • Author: herviobloggmail-com
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Description

A quick and easy dish featuring succulent shrimp sautéed in lemon and butter, tossed with tender spaghetti.


Ingredients

  • 8 oz spaghetti
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, juiced and zested
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)


Instructions

  1. Prepare the spaghetti as per package instructions. Drain and set it aside.
  2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for around one minute until fragrant.
  4. Toss in the shrimp, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
  5. Pour in the lemon juice, zest, and chicken broth, and let it simmer for an additional 2 minutes.
  6. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet, tossing everything together until well-coated in the buttery sauce.
  7. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving, and enjoy!

Notes

For a lighter version, you can substitute the butter with olive oil. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.