Angel Hair Pasta with Shrimp and Parmesan Lemon Cream Sauce

Enjoy a creamy, citrus-infused Angel Hair Pasta with Shrimp and Parmesan Lemon Cream Sauce, ideal for a quick, satisfying dish.

Angel Hair Pasta with Shrimp and Parmesan Lemon Cream Sauce Recipe

Whip up an exquisite Angel Hair Pasta with Shrimp and Parmesan Lemon Cream Sauce, where tender shrimp is perfectly cooked in a heavenly cream and lemon juice concoction. This delight is then tossed with angel hair pasta, freshly grated Parmesan, and aromatic herbs like parsley and chives. Each bite offers a creamy texture balanced with citrusy undertones, making it a hit for any meal occasion.

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1/4 cup chicken stock
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 3/4 pound angel hair pasta (also called capellini)
• Salt and black pepper
• 1 pound medium raw shrimp, peeled and deveined*
• 1/2 cup (loosely packed) chopped parsley
• 1/4 cup (loosely packed) chopped chives
• 1 lemon, zested
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instruction

• Heat salted water for pasta:
• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. (1 Tbsp salt for every 2 quarts water)
• Simmer cream, stock, lemon juice:
• In a smaller pot, heat the cream, chicken stock and lemon juice to a low simmer. Simmer gently for 3 to 4 minutes.
• Add the angel hair pasta to the boiling water
• Add the shrimp to the simmering lemon cream sauce:
• Stir well and add a pinch of salt and black pepper. The shrimp should cook in about the same time as the angel hair pasta, about 3 to 4 minutes.
• Drain pasta, combine with shrimp, sauce, zest, Parmesan:
• When the pasta is done, drain and put it in a large bowl. Stir in the shrimp and lemon cream sauce, the lemon zest, and most of the Parmesan.
• Divide into servings, and top with the remaining parmesan.
• Note, if the resulting mixture seems too dry, just add a little water or cream. If it seems too wet, don’t worry, the pasta will absorb the sauce.

Serving Suggestions

• Grilled Asparagus
• Italian Bread Salad
• Roasted Brussels Sprouts
• Garlic Butter Mushrooms

Tips and Tricks

• Although medium shrimp (41-50 per pound) are recommended, cocktail shrimp could also be substituted.
• Use heavy whipping cream to prevent curdling when mixed and heated with the lemon juice.
• Properly salt the pasta water (1 tablespoon salt for every 2 quarts of water) to enhance the pasta’s flavor.