My family and I love shrimp pasta dishes.  The problem is most of these recipes call for heavy creams and rich cheeses.  I love this recipe because it is light and flavorful.  You get the creamy feel without all the unwanted calories and fats.

This skinny creamy shrimp pasta was perfect on a chilly winter day.  It was completely satisfying.  I added a touch of lemon juice to bring out the shrimp flavor.  The chicken broth and flour create a creamy textured sauce that envelopes the shrimp and pasta beautifully. 

This pairs perfectly with a glass of wine and warm fire.

Skinny Creamy Shrimp Pasta

 

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Prep time

10 mins

Cook time

15 mins

Total time

25 mins

 

Lightened up shrimp pasta dish. Your family will never miss the fat and calories of their favorite creamy pasta.

Author: Petitfoodie

Recipe type: Pasta

Cuisine: Italian

Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1 lb shrimp
• ¾ lb angel hair pasta
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 scallions, chopped (white and green parts, reserve ½ greens)
• 3 T butter
• 1 T olive oil
• 1½ C chicken broth
• 2 T flour
• 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
• ½ C parmesan (reserve 2 T)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
2. Sauté garlic and scallions in butter.
3. Combine broth and flour in small bowl, set aside.
4. Add in shrimp and olive oil. Let sauté until shrimp is cooked through
5. Remove shrimp and set aside.
6. Return pan to med-low heat. Add in broth to pan.
7. Whisk until thickens slightly. Stir in parmesan and cook until melted into sauce.
8. Season well with salt and pepper.
9. Return shrimp to pan.
10. Add in cooked pasta.
11. Garnish with reserved green scallions and parmesan.

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