This Shrimp and Broccoli Alfredo recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dinner that is perfect for any occasion. The dish is made with succulent shrimp, tender broccoli, and a rich homemade Alfredo sauce that is sure to please your taste buds. The dish is not only delicious, but it is also packed with protein and fiber, making it a healthy dinner option.
One of the best things about this recipe is that it is incredibly easy to make. The shrimp and broccoli are sautéed in a pan with garlic, and then added to a homemade Alfredo sauce. The sauce is made with butter, cream, Parmesan cheese, and seasonings, making it rich, creamy, and full of flavor. The pasta is then tossed with the sauce and the shrimp and broccoli, and topped with more Parmesan cheese.
The dish is perfect for a special occasion like a dinner party, but it is also easy enough to make on a weeknight. It is sure to be a hit with your family and friends, and is a great way to impress your guests with your cooking skills.
After tasting fettuccine Alfredo at a restaurant, I tried to duplicate the recipe at home. You can’t imagine how pleased I was when I came up with this delicious version.
Ingredients
8 ounces uncooked fettuccine
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
4 cups frozen broccoli florets
1/2 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
Directions
Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute shrimp and garlic in butter until shrimp turn pink. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, combine the cream cheese, milk and Parmesan cheese; cook and stir until cheeses are melted and mixture is smooth.
Place 1 in. of water in a saucepan; add broccoli. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 6-8 minutes or until tender. Drain. Stir the broccoli, shrimp, salt and pepper into cheese sauce; heat through. Drain fettuccine; top with shrimp mixture.
Nutrition Facts
1 serving: 809 calories, 50g fat (30g saturated fat), 270mg cholesterol, 1030mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 4g fiber), 38g protein.
