Updated on August 25th, 2025
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
Make Olive Garden Shrimp Alfredo recipe at home with creamy pasta and tender shrimp. A classic Italian favorite for dinner tonight.
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 Servings 1x
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