Ingredients:

1/2 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

1/2 lb rigatoni pasta (or any mix of pasta shapes!)

1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped

1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

1 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup chicken or seafood broth

1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

1 tsp Italian seasoning

Salt & black pepper to taste

1 tbsp chopped parsley (for garnish)

How to Make It:

Cook the Pasta:

In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the pasta until perfectly al dente. This easy dinner idea works best with mixed pasta textures for a fun twist!

Sauté the Shrimp:

In a skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter. Add shrimp and season lightly with salt and pepper. Sear for 1–2 minutes per side until golden and juicy – a true seafood lover’s dream.

Make the Creamy Base:

Remove shrimp and in the same pan, add the remaining butter and garlic. Sauté until fragrant, then stir in sun-dried tomatoes for that rich, bold flavor. It’s the base of this best creamy pasta sauce.

Build the Sauce:

Pour in heavy cream and broth, then add crushed red pepper flakes and Italian seasoning. Let simmer until slightly thickened. Stir in parmesan until smooth for that melt-in-your-mouth finish.

Toss & Serve:

Add cooked pasta and shrimp to the sauce. Toss everything until fully coated. Garnish with parsley and an extra sprinkle of cheese for the ultimate cozy meal that’s sure to impress.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 2
Calories: ~680 per serving | Protein: ~38g per serving