This easy 30-minute pasta recipe transforms ingredients that you already have in your kitchen into a posh, seafood dish you’ll want to serve at your next dinner party. And since the whole dish is made in a single pot, clean-up is easy. Don’t be surprised if this becomes your favorite quick go-to.
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz spaghetti or linguine
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups water or chicken broth
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
2. Add the shrimp to the pot and season with salt, pepper, oregano, basil, and thyme. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp turns pink.
3. Pour in the water or chicken broth and add in the spaghetti or linguine. Stir to combine.
4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is cooked and the liquid has been absorbed.
5. Once the pasta is cooked, add in the lemon juice and zest. Stir to combine and allow the flavors to meld together for a few minutes.
6. Sprinkle in the Parmesan cheese and stir until it melts and coats the pasta. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
7. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve hot. Enjoy your delicious One-Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta!