Quick recipes with pasta and shrimp
Got pasta and shrimp and not sure what to make? Here are 8 easy dinners you can cook tonight. Each one keeps to everyday ingredients and a single skillet or sheet pan where possible, with rough prep and cook times so you can pick by how much time you have. Prefer to cook with exactly what's on your shelf? Tell Cache & Cook what you have and it drafts a recipe free.
Shrimp Pasta with Garlic, Lemon & Crushed Red Pepper
20 min Serves 4weeknightitalian-inspiredseafood
Garlic Shrimp Pasta with Lemon and Fresh Herbs
15 min Serves 4weeknightseafoodlight
Charred Shrimp Pasta with Chili Oil and Crispy Garlic
15 min Serves 4weeknightitalianspicy
Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta with Crispy Sage
15 min Serves 4weeknightitalian-inspiredquick
Buttery Garlic Shrimp Over Egg Noodles with Crispy Breadcrumbs
20 min Serves 4weeknightseafoodcomfort-food
Garlic Shrimp Pasta with Lemon & Red Pepper
20 min Serves 4weeknightitalian-inspiredseafood
Shrimp Scampi with Crispy Garlic Breadcrumbs
20 min Serves 4weeknightitalian-inspiredseafood
Garlic-Butter Shrimp Pasta with Charred Lemon
15 min Serves 4weeknightseafoodlight
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Common questions
- How do I prevent shrimp from becoming rubbery when cooking with pasta?
- Cook shrimp for only 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque, adding them near the end of cooking or in a separate pan so you can control their timing precisely. Overcooked shrimp becomes tough, so err on the side of underdone since residual heat will continue cooking them.
- Can I use frozen shrimp for pasta dishes, and do I need to thaw them first?
- Frozen shrimp work great for pasta dishes and you can cook them directly from frozen without thawing, though thawing first (30 minutes in cold water) gives you more control over doneness. Either way, add them late in the cooking process to avoid overcooking.
- What are some budget-friendly substitutes for shrimp in pasta?
- Canned chickpeas, white beans, or diced chicken breast are excellent affordable alternatives that provide protein and work well in similar pasta sauces. For seafood flavor on a budget, try canned tuna or mackerel instead.
- How should I store leftover pasta with shrimp, and how long will it keep?
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days; shrimp deteriorates faster than pasta, so fresher is better. Reheat gently in a pan with a splash of water or broth rather than in the microwave to avoid drying out the shrimp.
- What quick side dishes pair well with pasta and shrimp?
- A simple green salad with lemon vinaigrette, garlic bread, or roasted vegetables like broccoli or zucchini complement pasta and shrimp perfectly without requiring much extra time. A light arugula salad is especially nice since it balances the richness of most shrimp pasta sauces.