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Creamy Mozzarella Shrimp Pasta

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The Creamy Mozzarella Shrimp Pasta is a recipe that you will want to hang on to. This is a meal so easy to make you could make it last minute and still be ready for dinner.

The best part? It was so easy to make!

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When it comes to seafood, shrimp is always a favorite. But when you add in creamy mozzarella cheese? Well, that’s just pure heaven.

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All it takes is a few ingredients such as pasta, shrimp, cream and cheese. You can add more to the dish, depending on your tastes.

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Plus, this recipe is really easy to make – perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Give it a try!

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Why we love this recipe

We love this recipe because it’s truly easy to make, yet yields such impressive results. Anyone can master this dish, regardless of their cooking skills. And it’s sure to impress your guests too! This creamy mozzarella shrimp pasta is the perfect balance of flavorful and healthy.

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So go ahead and give it a try! You won’t regret it.

What kind of shrimp should I use for this dish?

There are many options that would work. For a main dish such as this creamy shrimp and pasta, I would recommend that you use Jumbo shrimp or tiger shrimp.

What is the best seasoning to use for shrimp?

Olive Oil, garlic, and parsley or basil are the only seasonings that I will use in this dish. You are welcome to use salt and pepper, Old Bay, Cajun or whichever you do like.

What type of pasta should I use with this dish?

I would have to say that thin noodles are the best. Spaghetti noodles are good, but I prefer Angel Hair pasta. It is thinner than spaghetti.

Which tomatoes should I use?

There are multiple types of tomatoes, all of which taste good, but most should not be used in this dish. Plum tomatoes have a natural sweetness to them which will add just a touch to this meal.

What type of Mozzarella Cheese should I use?

There are a few good types, but for this Creamy Shrimp Pasta I would use the creamy mozzarella made with cow’s milk. It melts up better than the others.

Can I use gluten-free pasta?

Gluten-free pasta is a good idea if you cannot tolerate gluten. However, be sure to check the package to guarantee it is certified gluten-free.

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Ingredients:

  • Shrimp peeled and deveined
  • Penne pasta
  • Minced garlic
  • Oil
  • Salt

For the sauce:

  • Shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Sun-dried tomatoes chopped and without the oil
  • Red pepper flakes
  • Minced garlic
  • Half and Half
  • Dried basil
  • Paprika
  • Water reserved from cooking the pasta
  • Salt
creamy mozzarella shrimp pasta ingredients

How to make Creamy Mozzarella Shrimp Pasta:

Step 1. Cook the pasta until done to your liking, drain and reserve ½ cup of the cooking liquid.

Cook the pasta until done to your liking, drain and reserve ½ cup of the cooking liquid.

Step 2. In a deep-sided large skillet, place the oil from the sun-dried tomatoes.

Step 3. Add the garlic to the skillet and saute for 30 seconds.

Add the garlic to the skillet and saute for 30 seconds.

Step 4. Place the shrimp into the skillet along with ¼ tsp salt and saute until the shrimp are cooked through. Remove and set aside.

Place the shrimp into the skillet along with ¼ tsp salt and saute until the shrimp are cooked through.

Step 5. Lower the heat in the skillet to medium, and add the sun-dried tomatoes and garlic. Saute for a minute or so.

Lower the heat in the skillet to medium, and add the sun-dried tomatoes and garlic.

Step 6. Whisk in the reserved cooking liquid, half and half, mozzarella cheese, salt, dried basil, and paprika. Stir until combined and until the sauce begins to thicken.

Whisk in the reserved cooking liquid, half and half, mozzarella cheese, salt, dried basil, and paprika.

Step 7. Mix in the shrimp and pasta until well combined.

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Step 8. Garnish with red pepper flakes before serving.

Ready to serve.

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Creamy Mozzarella Shrimp Pasta

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6
This Creamy Mozzarella Shrimp Pasta is packed with protein-rich shrimp and gets its creamy texture from blending up some low-fat mozzarella cheese. So go ahead and indulge in this deliciousness guilt-free!
4.80 from 5 votes

Ingredients 

  • 1 lb. Shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 8 oz. Penne pasta
  • 3 tsp. Minced garlic
  • 2 Tbsp. Oil Removed from the sun-dried tomatoes jar
  • ¼ tsp. Salt

For the sauce:

  • 1 C. Shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 4 oz. Sun-dried tomatoes chopped and without the oil
  • ¼ tsp. Red pepper flakes
  • 4 tsp. Minced garlic
  • 1 C. Half and Half
  • 1 Tbsp. Dried basil
  • tsp. Paprika
  • ½ C. Water reserved from cooking the pasta
  • ¼ tsp. Salt

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Instructions

  • Cook the pasta until done to your liking, drain and reserve ½ cup of the cooking liquid.
  • In a deep-sided large skillet, place the oil from the sun-dried tomatoes.
  • Add the garlic to the skillet and saute for 30 seconds.
  • Place the shrimp into the skillet along with ¼ tsp salt and saute until the shrimp are cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  • Lower the heat in the skillet to medium, and add the sun-dried tomatoes and garlic. Saute for a minute or so.
  • Whisk in the reserved cooking liquid, half and half, mozzarella cheese, salt, dried basil, and paprika. Stir until combined and until the sauce begins to thicken.
  • Mix in the shrimp and pasta until well combined.
  • Garnish with red pepper flakes before serving.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 393kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 183mg | Sodium: 1055mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 10g
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How do I store what is leftover?

The leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.

How do I reheat this Creamy Shrimp Pasta?

The creamy shrimp with pasta can be reheated in the oven, while covered with aluminum foil. It can also be heated to desired temperature in the microwave.

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