Description
One Pot Shrimp and Crab Alfredo is a luxurious yet easy-to-make seafood pasta dish that combines the rich creaminess of Alfredo sauce with succulent shrimp and tender crab meat. Perfect for any occasion—from casual weeknight dinners to elegant gatherings—this one-pot wonder allows you to create a gourmet meal without the hassle of extensive cleanup. In just 30 minutes, you can indulge in a comforting bowl of creamy goodness that will impress family and friends alike. Elevate your dining experience by pairing it with a fresh salad or warm garlic bread, making it a satisfying choice for seafood lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine or linguine
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup lump crab meat, drained and flaked
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken or seafood broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In the same pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant, then add shrimp and cook until pink (approximately 3-4 minutes). Fold in crab meat gently.
- Pour in broth and heavy cream; stir to combine and bring to a low simmer.
- Add cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese to the pot, stirring until cheese melts into a creamy sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 615
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1030mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 150mg