Shrimp & Bacon Carbonara Pasta

If you’re looking for a delectable and easy pasta dish to make, look no further than shrimp carbonara. This classic Italian recipe is simple to follow and requires only a handful of ingredients, most of which you likely already have in your kitchen.

Best of all, it can be on the table in just 30 minutes! So what are you waiting for? Scroll down to get started.

When it comes to pairing pasta with seafood, there are endless possibilities. But one of our favorite combinations is shrimp and carbonara.

This dish is not only tasty, but it’s also easy to make. And since it uses just a handful of ingredients, it’s perfect for busy weeknights.

To make this dish:

Start by cooking the pasta in a big pot of boiling water.
While the pasta is cooking, sauté the shrimp in a bit of olive oil until they’re pink and just cooked through.
Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute.

Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and add it to the pan with the shrimp. Toss to combine, then add the carbonara sauce and Parmesan cheese. Give everything a good stir and taste, and adjust the seasoning as necessary.

Serve the shrimp carbonara pasta immediately, garnished with a bit of parsley or basil if desired. Enjoy!

Shrimp and pasta are two of the most famous ingredients when it comes to cooking. They both have a delicate flavor that can be enhanced with just the right seasonings, and they can be combined in so many different ways to create delicious dishes.

Whether looking for a quick and easy meal or something a little more elaborate, shrimp and pasta are always a winning combination.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 pound spaghetti

• 1/4 cup olive oil

• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

• 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth

• 1 cup heavy cream

• 1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed

• 4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Directions:

1. Cook your pasta according to the directions on the package.

2. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add Parmesan cheese, butter, black pepper, salt, and garlic powder; constantly cook until cheese is melted and bubbly.

3. Dredge shrimp in flour. Add shrimp to saucepan; cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until shrimp turn pink.

4. Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a boil; cook for 2 minutes or until sauce is thickened.

5. Drain spaghetti. Add pasta and peas to shrimp mixture; toss gently to coat. Sprinkle with bacon. Serve immediately.

Yield: 4 servings (serving size: 1 cup)

Shrimp Carbonara Carbs:

Calories 419; Fat 23.7g (sat 8.6g, mono 10.9g, poly 2.8g); Protein 26.1g; Carb 28.5g; Fiber 1.4g; Chol 184mg; Iron 3mg; Sodium 506mg; Calc 246mg