Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta (Printable Version)
Succulent shrimp pairs with creamy garlic sauce and spinach, all tossed in hearty whole wheat pasta.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Components
01 - 150 grams peeled shrimp (about 5.3 ounces)
02 - 150 grams whole wheat pasta (about 5.3 ounces)
03 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 2 tablespoons light cream cheese
05 - 120 milliliters chicken broth (about ½ cup)
06 - 1 cup baby spinach leaves
# Steps to Follow:
01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook whole wheat pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
02 - Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and minced garlic; sauté until shrimp are just opaque, about 2–3 minutes. Remove shrimp from pan and reserve.
03 - In the same skillet, add light cream cheese and chicken broth. Whisk over medium heat until cream cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
04 - Return cooked shrimp to the pan along with drained pasta and baby spinach. Toss gently until spinach wilts and everything is evenly coated in sauce.
05 - Divide pasta between plates and serve immediately, garnished with fresh cracked pepper if desired.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Uses easy—to—find staple ingredients
- Ready in about twenty five minutes
- Protein rich without feeling heavy
- Ideal for date nights or quick family meals
02 -
- High in protein and fiber
- Lower in fat than classic Alfredo
- Sauce clings beautifully to whole wheat pasta
03 -
- Never overcook shrimp keep them just pink for best texture
- Reserve your pasta water to adjust the sauce’s consistency on the fly
- Taste and season at the end since both broth and cheese bring salt
- A little fresh parsley or a grind of black pepper elevates the finished dish beautifully