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Creamy Shrimp Pasta Recipe - Discover this ultimate creamy shrimp pasta recipe! Quick and easy, featuring sweet corn, tomatoes, and succulent shrimp. Perfect fo

Creamy Shrimp Pasta Recipe

This creamy shrimp pasta is the ultimate comfort food, combining succulent shrimp, sweet corn, and juicy tomatoes in a rich, dreamy sauce. It's quick enough for a weeknight but impressive enough for guests. Our recipe focuses on fresh ingredients and simple techniques to create a truly unforgettable shrimp pasta dish that will have everyone asking for seconds.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces linguine, spaghetti, or similar
  • 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
  • 2 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 teaspoon salt, divided
  • 1-2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2-3 ears cooked or grilled fresh sweet corn, kernels cut off the cob
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
  • squeeze of lemon juice

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain, toss with oil to prevent sticking, and set aside.
  2. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon butter. Add shrimp and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook until shrimp are pink and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side. Set aside.
  3. Add remaining 1 tablespoon butter to the skillet. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add tomatoes and corn; sauté for 2-3 minutes until tomatoes begin to soften. Add spinach and sauté until just wilted, about 1 minute. Return shrimp to the pan. Add remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and lemon juice. Stir in cream and bring to a low simmer.
  4. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time if needed to reach desired consistency. Serve immediately.

Notes

- For extra flavor, grill or roast the corn before cutting off the kernels.
- Use fresh spinach for the best texture and color.
- Adjust lemon juice to your preference for brightness.
- Don't overcook the shrimp; they should be just pink and opaque.