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Creamy Shrimp and Broccoli Pasta


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  • Author: Tatiana
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

This creamy shrimp and broccoli pasta is a quick and very flavorful pasta dish. Shrimp and broccoli is a surprisingly great combination for pasta. The salty, sweet flavor of seafood naturally balances out the crunch and bitterness of the broccoli to produce a surefire crowd-pleaser.


Ingredients

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  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 7 oz (200 g) smoked diced bacon
  • 1 pound (500 grams) medium or large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on or off
  • 6 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups heavy cream ( half and half or evaporated milk)
  • 1/2 cup chicken stock or broth
  • 1 tablespoon corn starch ( mixed with 1 tablespoon of water), if needed
  • 1/2 cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 9 ounces ( 250 grams) uncooked pasta
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook bacon until crispy. Transfer to a plate. Drain off excess fat,  keeping about 1-2 teaspoons in the pan.
  • Season the shrimp with salt and pepper and add to the skillet. Cook  for 2 minutes per side. You might need to cook the shrimp in batches not to overcrowd the pan. Transfer to a plate. Set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, make the creamy sauce. Add the onion, garlic and broccoli florets to the same skillet and cook over low-medium heat for 3-4 minutes or until onion is soft and broccoli is tender. Season with salt and pepper. If the broccoli is too crisp for your liking, add 3-4 tablespoons of water (or chicken broth), cover  the pan and cook further for 2-3 minutes.
  • Pour in heavy creamy (or half and half) and chicken stock,  and add in Parmesan cheese. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then add the bacon and cook further for 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper to your taste. If the sauce is to runny for your liking, add the corn-starch and cook until the sauce has thickened slightly. Remove from the heat.
  • Drain the pasta and toss with the sauce. Add the cooked shrimp and mix well.
  • Garnish with parsley.
  • Serve immediately with extra Parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy!
 
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 25 min
  • Category: Pasta recipes
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Calories: 752kcal
  • Sodium: 1069mg
  • Fat: 38
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Carbohydrates: 64g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 52g
  • Cholesterol: 163mg