Calling all pasta lovers! You really need to see these 22 shrimp pasta recipes that are about to shake up your dinner routine.
I know chicken and beef usually steal the spotlight, but the combination of tender shrimp and pasta is honestly pure weeknight magic.
These dishes range from creamy indulgences to bright zesty bowls, and they highlight those little treasures of the sea perfectly.
1. Creamy Garlic Butter Tuscan Shrimp
You might want to prepare yourself for this one. This creamy garlic butter Tuscan shrimp is the kind of meal that guarantees you a repeat dinner guest.
The garlic butter fried shrimp are truly to die for. One bite is all it takes to get hooked on the flavor.
I love that the meaty shrimp get smothered in a rich and creamy Tuscan sauce. You just serve it over pasta and enjoy.
2. Bacon Shrimp Pasta
Does everyone love bacon? I certainly do. This bacon and shrimp pasta is a total favorite of mine because bacon makes everything better.
The bacon releases delicious drippings as it fries. This adds smoky depth and savory flavor to your sauce. It pairs perfectly with the mild sweetness of the shrimp.
You finish the sauce with garlic, butter, and white wine before coating the noodles in that liquid gold.
3. Spicy Kung Pao Noodles with Shrimp
Maybe you are craving carb goodness but need a break from Italian flavors. East Asia offers so many delicious noodle dishes. This spicy kung pao noodle recipe is definitely one you need to try.
You likely know kung pao chicken from Chinese-American restaurants. But kung pao shrimp is something you are seriously missing out on.
The secret here is the savory, sweet, and spicy sauce. It is totally irresistible. I actually had to make seconds!
4. Garlic Shrimp Spaghetti
Meaty shrimp and twirlable spaghetti meet a silky garlic butter sauce here. Who can say no to that? I know I cannot.
This fuss-free wonder takes 15 minutes and is a big favorite in my house. You simmer succulent shrimp in a luscious garlic butter sauce.
Everything gets tossed with lemon juice, parmesan cheese, spaghetti, and pasta water. Swap the pasta water for milk if you want a nice creaminess.
5. Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta
Nothing satisfies a craving for hearty carbs quite like Cajun pasta. This creamy Cajun shrimp pasta checks every single box. It is buttery, creamy, and ever so slightly spicy.
The Cajun-coated tender shrimp add a serious punch of flavor to the tomato Alfredo sauce. You toss all that goodness with cooked penne. Serve a hearty bowl with a fresh Caesar salad and dinner is sorted.
6. Shrimp Pesto Pasta
Do you need a speedy meal ready in under 20 minutes? This shrimp pesto pasta has you covered. You can pair this tasty dish with a crispy green salad and a loaf of bread for a hearty meal.
The dish looks as good as it tastes with vibrant green pesto, juicy pink shrimp, and ripe red tomatoes. It tastes amazing.
This colorful recipe is perfect for backyard barbecues and warm summer days. The grilled meats won’t be the star of the show for once!
7. Shrimp Scampi
Take a step into garlicky lemon heaven. One bite of this shrimp scampi transports you to yummy bliss.
You can achieve perfection by sautéing your shrimp just right. Toss it all in a garlic butter white wine sauce and serve over linguine noodles.
The light lemon flavor makes this recipe a perfect candidate for summer lunch. Pair it with your favorite salad and enjoy.
8. Shrimp Scampi Lasagna
You have to try this shrimp scampi lasagna recipe if your family fans over lasagna. It is packed full of cheese and is a total cheese lover’s dream.
This recipe also works as a great ahead of time dish. Simply layer the ingredients in your baking dish and store it in the fridge until you are ready to bake.
It is super simple and super tasty. That creamy buttery goodness is just perfection.
9. Tomato Shrimp Pasta
This recipe is just the trick if you want to spice up typical spaghetti with tomato sauce. Plump and juicy shrimp add a terrific oomph that elevates the dish.
A rich savory tomato sauce is packed full of yummy shrimp and ladled over spaghetti. It is perfect for twirling. A splash of dry white wine and a light sprinkle of red pepper flakes add the perfect final touch.
10. Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta
This lemon garlic shrimp pasta is perfect for busy bees. You can have it hot and ready in just 20 minutes. It only uses a handful of ingredients.
This delicious shrimp pasta is just the ticket when you are back home from a long day and want dinner now. The dish still looks wonderfully elegant even though it is ready in a flash. Pour yourself a glass of white wine and dive in.
11. Shrimp Pesto Pasta with Spinach and Mushrooms
This pasta dish is packed with veggies and yummy pesto and shrimp. It is just the ticket for weeknights. Sautéed shrimp are quick and easy and insatiably delicious.
This recipe has everything you need. A big bowl of steaming pasta is super satisfying at the end of a long day.
You can add a spoonful of butter to the sautéing shrimp for extra buttery goodness. Add a dash of chili flakes or cayenne powder if you fancy something spicier.
12. Shrimp Lo Mein
Why not save a few bucks and whip up something better at home instead of getting takeout? This shrimp lo mein is everything you want and more. You get tender egg noodles and juicy shrimp and crispy vegetables.
It only takes 15 minutes to stir fry. This recipe is great for using up leftovers too.
Toss in whatever veggies you have lying about. My favorites are broccoli and snow peas and Napa cabbage.
13. Shrimp Fra Diavolo
This one goes out to the spice lovers. Fra diavolo literally translates to brother devil. That should give you an idea of what to expect from this fiery pasta.
Shrimp fra diavolo is an Italian-American seafood pasta that uses red chili for a big kick. It is the perfect dish to spice up mid-week dinner.
You can use whatever red chili you prefer. Try an Italian pepper for milder spice. Cayenne pepper or Calabrian peppers are great options if you can handle the heat.
14. Broccoli Shrimp Alfredo
I absolutely adore alfredo sauce. There is nothing I love more than bulking up that creamy goodness with tender broccoli and meaty shrimp. This recipe ticks all the boxes if you need a new weeknight meal to feed the family.
Shrimp and broccoli and fusilli pasta are tossed in a garlicky Alfredo sauce. This ensures every bite is irresistible. You get hearty carbs and fiber and protein.
15. Bruschetta Pasta with Shrimp
This pasta dish offers an interesting twist on the classic Italian appetizer. Oodles of spaghetti noodles are swapped in for toasted bread.
Bruschetta traditionally consists of seasoned chopped tomatoes and basil and garlic. This recipe replaces the bread with pasta and throws in some shrimp too.
You can enjoy all the great flavors of bruschetta as a slightly heartier meal. The simple ingredients are what make this recipe so great.
16. Creamy Shrimp Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Pasta acts as the ultimate comfort food. This is especially true when it is coated in a creamy dreamy sauce. This creamy shrimp pasta with sun-dried tomatoes is no different.
It is spicy and creamy and cheesy and meaty. What is not to love?
The slightly sweet taste of juicy shrimp goes so well with the tartness of sun-dried tomatoes. This dish turns even the pickiest eaters into seafood fiends.
17. Pasta Pomodoro with Shrimp
Struggling to come up with a mid-week dinner the whole family will love? This angel hair spaghetti Pomodoro with shrimp is guaranteed to please.
Angel hair pasta gets tossed with garlic and tomatoes and basil and sautéed shrimp. The bright flavors of all those fresh ingredients are so delicious.
You are sure to have clean plates all around. Definitely take advantage of juicy gems if tomatoes are in season.
18. Easy Seafood Lasagna
This fish-based take on a classic Italian recipe will make a seafood lover out of anyone. This tasty twist highlights the delicate flavors of shrimp with a light white sauce.
You swap out ground beef for a mixture of juicy shrimp and crabmeat. The traditional red sauce is replaced with delicate white sauce so you do not drown out the fish flavor.
You layer all that goodness into a baking dish and throw it in the oven. Thirty minutes later you have a mouthwatering meal ready to slice.
19. Shrimp Tortellini in Lemon Garlic Cream Sauce
These tasty tortellini act like little parcels of bursting flavor. The dish is the ultimate temptation when piled high with shrimp and drenched in a mouthwatering lemon and garlic cream sauce.
It only takes 15 minutes to make. This is perfect for when you are in the mood for a midweek treat.
The brightness of the zesty lemon and pungent garlic really make this dish special. Pair it with a light salad for the perfect meal.
20. Shrimp Linguine
Simple and delicious. Could you ask for more?
This shrimp linguine comes together in just 20 minutes. It is perfect for when you need a quick and easy meal.
Long busy weekdays do not mean you have to turn to instant meals or takeout. With this glorious pasta dish you can have a mouthwatering meal on the table in minutes. It only uses a handful of ingredients.
21. Creamy Shrimp Boil Pasta
The deliciousness of a classic shrimp boil just got even better. This creamy shrimp boil pasta has all the flavors you love from a traditional shrimp boil but in pasta form.
This creamy dream is seasoned to perfection with garlic and thyme and Old Bay. A good amount of heavy cream really takes this dish to the next level.
It is absolutely flavor packed. Serve this dish and you will want to lick the bowl clean.