Angel Hair Pasta with Shrimp and Parmesan Lemon Cream Sauce

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Health score
18%
Angel Hair Pasta with Shrimp and Parmesan Lemon Cream Sauce
25 min.
4
612kcal

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Indulge in the delicate flavors of our Angel Hair Pasta with Shrimp and Parmesan Lemon Cream Sauce, a dish that beautifully pulls together the finest ingredients for a delightful culinary experience. Perfect for a cozy family lunch or an impressive dinner party, this recipe brings a taste of the coast right to your dining table. With its light yet creamy texture, the lemon-infused sauce elevates the succulent shrimp, making it a satisfying main course that won't weigh you down.

What sets this dish apart? The use of angel hair pasta, renowned for its thin and delicate strands, ensures that every bite is a perfect blend of flavors. The fresh herbs—parsley and chives—add a burst of color and freshness, while the freshly grated Parmesan cheese ties it all together with a rich, savory finish. Not to mention, it's ready in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal choice for those busy weeknights when you crave restaurant-quality cuisine at home.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this recipe is straightforward and delivers impressive results—guaranteeing that each plate is not just a meal, but an experience. So grab your apron and get ready to impress your family and friends with this scrumptious and elegant dish that's sure to become a favorite!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup heavy whipping cream 
  • 0.3 cup chicken stock see 
  • Tbsp juice of lemon 
  • 0.8 pound angel hair pasta (also called capellini)
  • servings salt and pepper black
  • pound shrimp raw peeled deveined
  • 0.5 cup parsley loosely packed chopped ()
  • 0.3 cup chives loosely packed chopped ()
  • servings lemon zest 
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pot

Directions

  1. Heat salted water for pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. (1 Tbsp salt for every 2 quarts water)
  2. 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.
  3. Add the angel hair pasta to the boiling water.
  4. 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.
  5. Halfway through the cooking, stir in the parsley and chives.
  6. 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.
  7. Divide into servings, and top with the remaining parmesan.
  8. 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.

Nutrition Facts

Calories612kcal
Protein21.23%
Fat33.11%
Carbs45.66%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29.75
Glycemic Load
25.62
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
26.276956496031%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.55mg
Hesperetin
1.63mg
Naringenin
0.16mg
Apigenin
16.16mg
Luteolin
0.09mg
Isorhamnetin
0.17mg
Kaempferol
0.36mg
Myricetin
1.12mg
Quercetin
0.18mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:611.81kcal
30.59%
Fat:22.32g
34.35%
Saturated Fat:12.63g
78.96%
Carbohydrates:69.28g
23.09%
Net Carbohydrates:66.19g
24.07%
Sugar:4.22g
4.69%
Cholesterol:204.63mg
68.21%
Sodium:1097.37mg
47.71%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:32.22g
64.43%
Selenium:93.4µg
133.43%
Vitamin K:130.42µg
124.21%
Phosphorus:553.34mg
55.33%
Manganese:0.85mg
42.35%
Vitamin A:1710.08IU
34.2%
Vitamin B12:1.5µg
24.98%
Copper:0.49mg
24.37%
Calcium:233.21mg
23.32%
Magnesium:83.63mg
20.91%
Zinc:3.07mg
20.46%
Vitamin C:16.34mg
19.8%
Vitamin B3:3.86mg
19.31%
Vitamin B6:0.35mg
17.7%
Vitamin E:2.15mg
14.32%
Folate:56.44µg
14.11%
Potassium:459.84mg
13.14%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.93%
Fiber:3.09g
12.35%
Iron:1.99mg
11.07%
Vitamin B5:0.93mg
9.26%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.53%
Vitamin D:0.89µg
5.93%