Creamy Tuscan Shrimp Linguine: How to Make
Savor the flavors of Italy with our Creamy Tuscan Shrimp Linguine. This dish features succulent shrimp, rich heavy cream, and fresh baby spinach, all tossed with perfectly cooked linguine. Easy to make and incredibly delicious, it’s the perfect recipe for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 649kcal
Equipment
- Large Skillet
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Shrimp (raw) (peeled and tails removed)
- 4 Tbsp Butter
- 2 Tsp Flour
- 8 Cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 Cups Heavy Whipping Cream
- ½ Cup Chicken Stock (to thin out the sauce if too thick)
- 1 Tsp Lemon Juice
- ½ Tsp Italian Seasoning
- ½ Cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes (chopped)
- 1 (8 oz) Spinach
- Salt and Black Pepper
- 8 oz Linguine (cooked to al dente)
Instructions
- Cook the Shrimp: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the raw shrimp and cook them until they turn pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set them aside.
- Prepare the Garlic: In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Make the Roux: Sprinkle the flour into the skillet with the garlic and butter. Stir continuously for about 1 minute until the mixture is smooth and the flour is cooked.
- Add the Cream: Gradually pour in the heavy whipping cream while stirring constantly to prevent lumps. If the sauce becomes too thick, add the chicken stock gradually until you reach the desired consistency.
- Season the Sauce: Stir in the lemon juice, Italian seasoning, and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for a few minutes until the sauce is well combined.
- Wilt the Spinach: Add the spinach to the skillet and cook until it wilts, about 2-3 minutes.
- Combine the Ingredients: Return the cooked shrimp and linguine to the skillet and stir everything together until well combined. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve: Place the Creamy Tuscan Shrimp Linguine in serving bowls. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 649kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 354mg | Sodium: 303mg | Potassium: 917mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1499IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 183mg | Iron: 2mg