Shrimp and pasta together is basically a weeknight dinner miracle because the shrimp cook in minutes and they pair beautifully with just about any sauce you can dream up, from garlicky and buttery to spicy Cajun to rich and creamy. Whether you're in the mood for something light and summery or craving serious comfort food with bold flavors, these recipes prove that you can have an impressive, restaurant-quality pasta dinner on the table faster than you could get takeout delivered.
This collection of 22 shrimp pasta recipes has something for everyone, whether you're all about classics like Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo or you want to recreate your favorite restaurant dishes at home with copycat versions like Planet Hollywood Thai Shrimp Pasta. There are plenty of spicy Cajun options if you love heat, creamy Tuscan-style recipes for cozy nights, and even chilled pasta salads that are perfect for potlucks and summer gatherings when you need something you can make ahead.
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- Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo
- Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi Linguine
- Spicy & Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta - Bold, Flavorful, and Easy
- Pasta Puttanesca with Shrimp
- Shrimp & Salmon Pasta with Lemon Broth
- Double Shrimp Pasta
- Squid Ink Pasta Recipe - Bold, Briny & Elegant
- Cajun Shrimp & Sausage Pasta
- Mama Karen Parker's Cajun Shrimp Pasta
- Creamy Tuscan Shrimp Pasta
- Copycat Cheddars New Orleans Pasta
- Copycat Cheesecake Factory Cajun Jambalaya Pasta
- Shrimp Rasta Pasta (Stovetop or Pressure Cooker)
- Seafood Pasta Salad
- Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta
- Shrimp Scampi Pasta
- Planet Hollywood Thai Shrimp Pasta
- This will be your new go-to pasta salad!
- Cajun Shrimp Pasta
- Italian Seafood Pasta
- Summer Pasta With Shrimp
- Cajun Pasta Recipe
- Similar recipes...
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Top Tips
- Cook the shrimp separately and add them at the end - Shrimp can go from perfectly cooked to rubbery in seconds, so instead of cooking them directly in the sauce where they might overcook, sauté them separately until just opaque and pink, then toss them with the finished pasta and sauce right before serving to ensure they stay tender and juicy.
- Reserve pasta water before draining - Save at least a cup of the starchy pasta cooking water before draining, as this liquid gold helps bind sauces to the pasta, adjusts consistency when sauces get too thick, and adds body to lighter preparations without needing extra cream or butter.
- Don't rinse your pasta after cooking - The starch that clings to freshly cooked pasta helps sauces adhere beautifully, so skip the rinse and toss the hot, drained pasta directly with your sauce or shrimp preparation for the best flavor and texture combination.
- Season your pasta water generously with salt - Your pasta water should taste like the sea (about 1-2 tablespoons of salt per pound of pasta), as this is your only opportunity to season the pasta itself from the inside out, which makes a huge difference in the final dish even when you're using a flavorful sauce.
Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo
Tender shrimp tops creamy fettuccine Alfredo in this classic Italian-American combination. Rich Alfredo sauce and succulent shrimp create an indulgent pasta dish.
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Photo credit: The Tasty Travelers
Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi Linguine
An Instant Pot speeds up the classic shrimp scampi linguine preparation. The pressure cooker method makes this elegant dish even more convenient for busy nights.
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Photo credit: The Tasty Travelers
Spicy & Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta - Bold, Flavorful, and Easy
Cajun spices bring heat to a creamy pasta loaded with shrimp. Bold flavors combine with an easy preparation for a satisfying dinner.
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Photo credit: Deliciously Rushed
Pasta Puttanesca with Shrimp
Shrimp joins the briny, bold flavors of classic puttanesca sauce in this Italian dish. Olives, capers, and tomatoes create a flavorful base for the seafood.
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Photo credit: Chili Pepper Madness
Shrimp & Salmon Pasta with Lemon Broth
Both shrimp and salmon combine in a light, lemony broth-based pasta. The citrus broth keeps the dish bright and fresh rather than heavy.
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Photo credit: The Soccer Mom Blog
Double Shrimp Pasta
Shrimp appears twice in this recipe for an extra-indulgent seafood pasta experience. The double shrimp approach delivers maximum seafood flavor in every bite.
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Photo credit: Cooking with Curls
Squid Ink Pasta Recipe - Bold, Briny & Elegant
Squid ink pasta provides a dramatic black backdrop for shrimp in this elegant preparation. The briny pasta pairs beautifully with seafood for a stunning presentation.
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Photo credit: Deliciously Rushed
Cajun Shrimp & Sausage Pasta
Spicy Cajun flavors unite shrimp and sausage in this hearty pasta dish. The combination of seafood and sausage creates a satisfying, protein-packed meal.
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Photo credit: The Food Hussy
Mama Karen Parker's Cajun Shrimp Pasta
A family recipe brings authentic Cajun flavors to shrimp pasta. Mama Karen Parker's version promises tried-and-true seasoning and technique.
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Photo credit: The Cookin Chicks
Creamy Tuscan Shrimp Pasta
Tuscan-inspired ingredients like sun-dried tomatoes and spinach join shrimp in a creamy sauce. Italian flavors come together in a rich, satisfying pasta dish.
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Photo credit: It's a Keeper
Copycat Cheddars New Orleans Pasta
A copycat version recreates Cheddars restaurant's New Orleans pasta at home. The recipe aims to replicate the bold flavors of this popular menu item.
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Photo credit: Copy Kat Recipes
Copycat Cheesecake Factory Cajun Jambalaya Pasta
Cheesecake Factory's famous Cajun jambalaya pasta comes to your home kitchen. The copycat version brings together spicy Cajun flavors with shrimp and pasta.
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Photo credit: The Cookin Chicks
Shrimp Rasta Pasta (Stovetop or Pressure Cooker)
Colorful bell peppers give rasta pasta its name in this Caribbean-inspired dish with shrimp. Both stovetop and pressure cooker methods are provided for flexibility.
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Photo credit: The Salted Pepper
Seafood Pasta Salad
Shrimp joins other seafood in a chilled pasta salad perfect for gatherings. The cold preparation makes it ideal for potlucks and summer meals.
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Photo credit: XOXO Bella
Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta
Garlic and butter create a classic, simple sauce for shrimp pasta. The combination enhances the sweet shrimp without overwhelming it.
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Photo credit: Get Inspired Everyday
Shrimp Scampi Pasta
Classic shrimp scampi meets pasta in this Italian-American favorite. Garlic, butter, white wine, and lemon create the signature scampi sauce.
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Photo credit: Chew Out Loud
Planet Hollywood Thai Shrimp Pasta
Planet Hollywood's fusion Thai shrimp pasta gets recreated in this copycat recipe. Asian-inspired flavors meet Italian pasta for a unique combination.
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Photo credit: Copy Kat Recipes
This will be your new go-to pasta salad!
A shrimp pasta salad promises to become a regular in your recipe rotation. The recipe claims to deliver a version so good it will be requested again and again.
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Photo credit: The Salted Pepper
Cajun Shrimp Pasta
Cajun seasoning brings spicy, bold flavor to a straightforward shrimp pasta. Simple preparation lets the seasoning and shrimp shine.
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Photo credit: XOXO Bella
Italian Seafood Pasta
Italian flavors and techniques showcase shrimp in a traditional seafood pasta preparation. The recipe focuses on authentic Italian methods for cooking pasta with seafood.
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Photo credit: Cooking with Curls
Summer Pasta With Shrimp
Light, fresh ingredients make this shrimp pasta perfect for warm weather. Summer flavors keep the dish from being heavy while still being satisfying.
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Photo credit: Living Sweet Moments
Cajun Pasta Recipe
Cajun seasoning takes center stage in this pasta recipe featuring shrimp. The bold spice blend creates a flavorful foundation for the seafood.
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Photo credit: Chili Pepper Madness
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