Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 20 mins | Total Time: 30 mins | Yield: 4 Servings
Everything about this pasta dish is perfect! From the shrimp to the spiral noodles, you will surely have the feel of summer in each bite! This is a must-try recipe for sure! In just 30 minutes, this delicious dish is sure to make your dinner extra special. Enjoy!
Ingredients:
1 lb. shrimp, large, peeled, deveined
1 tbsp olive oil
¼ tsp salt
8 ounces spiral pasta
½ c basil pesto
½ c chicken broth
1 tbsp olive oil
¼ tsp red pepper flakes
chopped fresh basil
8 oz. white mushrooms, sliced
¼ tsp salt
Directions:
Place a large skillet on the stove and turn the heat to medium-high. Add olive oil and allow it to become hot.
Add the shrimp into the hot skillet, then cook for about 3 minutes or until all sides turn pink. Season with ¼ tsp of red pepper flakes, and ¼ tsp of salt to taste.
Remove the shrimp from the skillet and transfer them onto a clean plate.
In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp of olive oil and allow it to become hot.
Add the mushroom slices and ¼ tsp of salt. Saute for a few minutes until soft.
Put the shrimp back into the skillet together with ½ cup of chicken broth and ½ cup of basil pesto. Stir everything until well incorporated. Remove the skillet from the stove.
Refer to the directions provided on the pasta package on how to cook it. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
Spoon the sauce over the cooked pasta, then toss until well coated.
Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley on top to garnish
Serve right away. Enjoy!
Note:
Place any leftovers in an airtight container, then place them in the fridge.
Nutrition Facts:
Calories 519 | Calories from Fat 189 | Fat 21g 32% | Saturated Fat 3g 19% | Cholesterol 288mg 96% | Sodium 1577mg 69% | Potassium 420mg 12% | Carbohydrates 46g 15% | Fiber 2g 8% | Sugar 3g 3% | Protein 33g 66% | Vitamin A 660IU 13% | Vitamin C 7.9mg 10% | Calcium 226mg 23% | Iron 3.7mg 21