Quick recipes with shrimp and pasta
Got shrimp and pasta 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.
Buttered Shrimp Pasta with Garlic and Lemon
20 min Serves 4weeknightitalian-inspiredseafood
Shrimp & Orzo with Burst Tomatoes and Basil
15 min Serves 4weeknightitalianlight
Charred Shrimp Aglio e Olio with Red Pepper Flakes
15 min Serves 4weeknightitalian-inspiredspicy
Garlic-Butter Shrimp Pasta with Lemon & Red Pepper Flakes
15 min Serves 4weeknightitalian-inspiredseafood
Buttery Shrimp and Shells with Garlic Breadcrumbs
20 min Serves 4weeknightitalian-inspiredseafood
Shrimp Pasta with Charred Lemon and Garlic Breadcrumbs
15 min Serves 4weeknightseafoodbright
Garlic Butter Shrimp with Linguine and Lemon
15 min Serves 4weeknightquickseafood
Shrimp Pasta with Garlic, Lemon & Zucchini
15 min Serves 4weeknightseafoodlight
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Common questions
- Can I use frozen shrimp for shrimp pasta, or do I need fresh?
- Frozen shrimp works great and is often more affordable—just thaw them in the refrigerator for a few hours or run them under cold water for 5-10 minutes before cooking. They'll taste just as good as fresh when cooked properly.
- How do I prevent my shrimp from becoming rubbery?
- Cook shrimp for just 2-3 minutes per side over medium-high heat until they turn pink and opaque; overcooked shrimp becomes tough and chewy. Set a timer or watch closely since the difference between perfectly cooked and rubbery is less than a minute.
- What can I substitute for shrimp if I don't eat seafood or want to save money?
- Chicken breast, diced small and cooked until golden, makes an excellent substitute with similar texture and protein content. Canned white beans or cannellini beans are a budget-friendly, vegetarian option that adds protein and creaminess to pasta sauces.
- How long can I store leftover shrimp pasta in the refrigerator?
- Keep it in an airtight container and eat within 2-3 days for best quality. The pasta may absorb sauce and become softer, so you can refresh it by adding a splash of pasta water or olive oil when reheating.
- What sides or salads pair well with shrimp pasta?
- A simple arugula salad with lemon vinaigrette or roasted vegetables like broccoli and zucchini complement shrimp pasta without making the meal too heavy. Garlic bread or crusty bread for soaking up sauce rounds out the meal nicely.