Creamy Shrimp Pasta Recipe: Quick Dinner with Turkey Bacon Twist
A deliciously creamy shrimp pasta dish with a twist of turkey bacon, perfect for a quick dinner.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
- 8 ounces pasta of choice
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy, then remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink, about 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper, stirring until the cheese melts.
- Toss in the cooked pasta and turkey bacon, combining well.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For additional flavor, consider adding crushed red pepper flakes.
- Can substitute chicken or vegetables for shrimp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 35 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
Keywords: Creamy Shrimp Pasta, Quick Dinner, Turkey Bacon Pasta