Shrimp Fettuccine with Roasted Pepper Sauce (2024)

Mar 18, 2024 by Tania Sheff · This post may contain affiliate links

Rich and creamy, hearty and so flavorful, thisShrimp Fettuccine withRoasted Pepper Saucetastes better than a restaurant-cooked meal. Made in under 30 minutes!

You guys... This elegant and so-incredibly tastyShrimp Fettuccine with Roasted Pepper Sauceis going to impress you... If I had to pick one dish to have for dinner every single night for the rest of my life, I think I would pick this one. That's right! It's THAT GOOD! This is probably my favorite dish because it's a major comfort food. The juicy shrimp, fettuccine noodles, and creamy pepper sauce are so good together. And you can easily tweak it by substituting chicken breast or another rich creamy sauce. Let's look at this recipe in more detail.

Shrimp Fettuccine video tutorial

About the shrimps I used

I always prefer seafood over meat, and so does my husband. He actually loves fishing, and every chance he gets, he is trying to catch something for dinner. We are staying away from farmed seafood since itcontains manyharmfulpollutants. So, while checking my local Sam's Club for wild-caught shrimp, I found wild-caught Argentinian Red Shrimp.

Now, when you have some great, wild-caught shrimp on hand, LET'S START COOKING!

What you'll need

• Fettuccine.Or another type of pasta.
• Roasted Peppers.I used regular jarred roasted peppers. These can be found in any large grocery store. You can also roast the peppers yourself.
• Butter.Or olive oil.
• Garlic.You can use more or less, depending on personal preference. Fresh garlic cloves are best.
• Shrimps.Use uncooked large shrimp. Heads off, tails on or off.
• Half & Half.Or heavy cream. Full-fat coconut milk can be used instead.
• Parmesan.Or pecorino cheese.
• Seasonings.Paprika, salt, red pepper flakes.

How to make Shrimp Fettuccine

1.Prepare the ingredients:

– Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the fettuccine according to the package instructions in lightly salted water. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.

– Meanwhile, place the roasted peppers together with the liquid from the jar into a food processor or bullet blender and puree until smooth.

2. Heat up a large skillet (non-stick). Melt butter in it, then add the shrimp, paprika, and red pepper flakes in a single layer and cook for 3-4 minutes on high heat. Add salt and garlic to the cooking shrimp, and cook for 1 more minute.

3.Reduce the heat to medium heat and remove the cooked shrimp from the pan. To the same pan, add the pureed roasted pepper. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring often.

4. Add Half & Half and Parmesan and cook for 1 more minute. Turn off the heat.

5. Return the shrimp to the pan and add the cooked pasta. Mix everything well.

6. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese.

That's it! A quick, delicious, and filling dinner is ready!

Tips for the best Shrimp Fettucine

• Cook the pasta al dente.To avoid mushy pasta, only cook the pasta until it is al dente as it will continue to cook in the hot alfredo sauce.
• Reserve some pasta water.This water is full of starch and can be added to the sauce to help it stick to the fettucine.
• Don't overcook the shrimp.You want the shrimp cooked until they're curled, pink, and opaque. Tender shrimp are tastier than rubbery shrimp.

How to store and reheat

This Shrimp Fettuccine is best when eaten fresh. That said, if you do have leftovers, just place them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will last forabout 5-6 days. When you are ready to reheat the pasta, place it in the microwave for a few minutes or warm it on the stovetop. You may need to add a dash of cream or water to it if it has gotten too dry in the refrigerator.

Add-ins and substitutes

• Add some veggies. Baby spinach adds a nice touch of color, flavor, and health benefits, but you can also use cherry tomatoes, summer squash, spaghetti squash, or broccoli.
• Add other flavor enhancers. Make this with garlic powder, lemon juice, cajun seasoning, black pepper, lemon zest, onion powder, or white wine.
• Use another cheese.You can use other hard cheeses, goat cheese, feta cheese, or cream cheese in this easy shrimp pasta dish.
• Use a different pasta.While I used fettuccine in this recipe, you could also substitute other types of pasta. Whole-wheat and gluten-free pasta would work here, too. This dish is versatile, so experiment to find what you like best.

What to serve this with

• Salad.Start the meal with aCucumber Tomato Feta Salad,Refreshing Cucumber Salad,Mediterranean Farro Salad, orRoasted Zucchini Salad.
• Soup.Enjoy a bowl of soup as an appetizer, like thisChicken Stew,Red Lentil Soup, andCreamy Vegetable Soup.
• Vegetables.For a lighter meal, serve this pasta with someEasy Fajita Vegetables,Garlic Mushrooms, orQuick and Easy Stovetop Asparagus.

I hope you love this amazing and delicious recipe as much as I do. The great flavors, creamy texture, and easy preparation make this popular recipe a winner that you won’t want to miss out on. It's one of the best tasting pastas I've ever had. Enjoy!

Printable recipe and nutrition information are located in the recipe card right below!

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• Crispy Fried Shrimp
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