Nothing hits the spot quite like a creamy pasta dish, and Olive Garden shrimp Alfredo recipe is always a favorite. This copycat version combines tender fettuccini with rich homemade Alfredo sauce and sautéed shrimp. The sauce blends cream, Parmesan, and Italian cheese for a silky texture that coats the pasta beautifully. Serve it hot for dinner and pair it with garlic bread or a fresh salad for a meal that feels both comforting and special.
Why this recipe works
- Creamy Alfredo sauce: The mix of heavy cream, milk, Parmesan, and Italian cheese blend creates a sauce that is smooth, rich, and flavorful enough to coat the pasta and shrimp perfectly.
- Garlic for depth: Fresh minced garlic sautéed in butter forms the base of the sauce, adding an aromatic note that balances the richness of the cream and cheese.
- Tender shrimp: Cooking the shrimp quickly in olive oil keeps them juicy while giving them a light flavor that complements the sauce instead of overpowering it.
- Perfect pasta pairing: Fettuccini is wide and flat, making it the ideal noodle for Alfredo because it holds onto the sauce with every bite.
- Restaurant-style at home: The recipe uses simple steps and ingredients, making it easy to prepare a dish that tastes as satisfying as ordering it from Olive Garden.
Serving suggestions
- Classic pairing: Garlic bread is the natural side for shrimp Alfredo, soaking up extra sauce and rounding out the meal.
- Add a fresh element: A crisp Caesar or garden salad balances the richness of the pasta and makes the dish feel lighter.
- Customize your toppings: Sprinkle extra Parmesan, black pepper, or a touch of red pepper flakes for more flavor and a little kick.
- Make it a full meal: Serve with roasted vegetables like asparagus, broccoli, or zucchini for added color and nutrition.
- Best enjoyed warm: Immediately serve after cooking so the sauce stays creamy and the shrimp remain tender.
Olive garden shrimp Alfredo recipe
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 Servings 1x
Description
Make Olive Garden Shrimp Alfredo recipe at home with creamy pasta and tender shrimp. A classic Italian favorite for dinner tonight.
Ingredients
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- 1lb raw medium shrimp (peeled, deveined with tails removed)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 tablespoon garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Italian cheese blend
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1lb fettuccini noodles
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 931
- Sugar: 9.2 g
- Sodium: 1062.6 mg
- Fat: 39.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 95 g
- Protein: 49.8 g
- Cholesterol: 281.5 mg