Creamy Mozzarella Shrimp Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes Delight
A rich and flavorful pasta dish featuring shrimp, mozzarella, and sun-dried tomatoes.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 8 ounces pasta
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer.
- Add mozzarella cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet and mix until well coated.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
- Adjust the creaminess by adding more or less heavy cream as desired.
- For a spicier kick, consider adding red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 200 milligrams
Keywords: Creamy Mozzarella Shrimp Pasta, Shrimp Pasta Recipe, Sun-Dried Tomatoes