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Garlicky Shrimp Alfredo Bake

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Deliciously creamy and cheesy this Garlicky Shrimp Alfredo Bake is super easy to make and perfect for using up any excess shrimp you may have.
Prep Time :10 minutes mins
Cook Time :20 minutes mins
Total Time :33 minutes mins
Servings :6
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Published: Apr 10, 2024 · Modified: May 2, 2025 by Melanie Cagle · Leave a Comment

This Garlicky Shrimp Alfredo Bake recipe is something I always whip up when I have some shrimp left over from either eating out or having a shrimp boil at home. It's creamy, cheesy and full of garlic - I usually make it using Fettucine, in fact I've heard friends call it a shrimp fettucine. It's all good, whatever we call it - it's darn good!

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Shrimp season is when this dish can be very popular at my house. We often end up boiling shrimp then I am usually left with a little to do something with afterward. Shrimping season can depend on your location - in Louisiana it typically runs May to December (with changes of brown to white shrimp).

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  • How to store leftovers
  • Mel's kitchen notes
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Groceries you'll need: Ingredients

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  • Fettuccine Noodles (or favorite pasta)
  • Peeled Shrimp (cooked or raw)
  • Red Pepper Flakes
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Garlic, crushed
  • Yellow Onion, chopped
  • Fresh Parsley, chopped
  • Butter, unsalted
  • Cream Cheese
  • Heavy Whipping Cream
  • Parmesan Cheese
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • Mozzarella Cheese (or Provolone)

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Recipe walkthrough: Instructions

This is an overview of the recipe steps. For more detailed instructions visit the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

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  • Step 1: Cook the pasta per the package directions, to Al Dente. Drain (reserve a cup of the pasta water) and set aside.
  • Step 2: Over a medium heat to medium-high heat add the olive oil to a large cast iron skillet (or a large skillet that is oven safe).
  • Step 3: If you are using raw shrimp, add them now. Cook for a few minutes each side then remove. Then add the onions, garlic and fresh parsley and cook a few minutes until soft.
  • Step 4: Add and melt butter, cream cheese, red pepper flakes and salt and pepper (to taste). Bring to a simmer (slight boil).
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  • Step 5: Add the grated parmesan cheese and stir well to melt.
  • Step 6: Add the cooked fettucine pasta mixture and the shrimp (if using cooked shrimp) and toss until evenly combined.
  • Step 7: Sprinkle Mozzarella cheese over the top, evenly.
  • Step 8: Place under your broiler to cook the cheese on top, for a few minutes.

Hint: Pasta recipes are my favorite but can sometimes be tricky to get that right consistency in the sauce. Save a cup of the pasta water to keep on hand, just in case you want to thin this homemade alfredo sauce.

Recipe variations and substitute ideas

  • Crawfish - instead of shrimp you could use crawfish if you have a bunch leftover.
  • Sour Cream - try sour cream instead of cream cheese.
  • Penne Pasta - try changing the pasta to your favorite, like penne pasta, or spaghetti.
  • Vegetarian - don't add shrimp.
  • Chicken - this dish tastes great with chicken instead of shrimp.
  • Spicy - add more chili pepper flakes.
  • Garlic Powder - Add a little more garlicky flavor by adding a little garlic powder. It has a slightly different taste to fresh garlic and will give it a little extra.
  • Deluxe - add some crab meat to the dish too!
  • Kid friendly - don't add the red pepper flakes if you think it might be too much for the whole family. Although it is quite a mild kick.

See this Asian Inspired Shrimp recipe on my website!

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Necessary gear: Equipment

For this Shrimp Alfredo recipe I like to use my cast iron skillet. It imbues a little extra flavor but it also cooks so evenly. It's safe in the oven too.

You could also use a whisk to stir the ingredients if you prefer.

How to store leftovers

Allow the Shrimp Alfredo to cool completely, then decant to a refrigerator safe container that is airtight (airtight container). Store for up to 3 days.

When reheating leftovers use a little milk to thin it out if you find it has thickened too much.

Mel's kitchen notes

Make some stock ahead of time and boil the shrimp shells for ½ hour. Remove the shrimp shells and add the pasta to this water - to give your pasta bake an extra level of flavor!

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What to serve with Shrimp Alfredo

A good Cajun Butter Sauce is good, for dipping, then on the side a good bread is perfect. My Garlic Butter Rolls are foolproof and taste amazing, or this easy Stuffed Garlic Bread. You could even wow people with this crazy good Garlic Monkey Bread!


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Garlicky Shrimp Alfredo Bake

Deliciously creamy and cheesy this Garlicky Shrimp Alfredo Bake is super easy to make and perfect for using up any excess shrimp you may have.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time20 minutes mins
Broiling Time3 minutes mins
Total Time33 minutes mins
Servings: 6
Cuisine: American
Author: Melanie Cagle
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Equipment

  • Cast Iron Skillet

Ingredients

  • ½ Pound Fettuccine Noodles
  • 2 teaspoons Salt
  • 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
  • ½ Each Yellow Onions chopped
  • 4 Cloves Garlic crushed
  • ¼ Cup Fresh Parsley chopped
  • ½ Cup Unsalted Butter
  • 4 Ounces Cream Cheese ½ Pack
  • 1 Cup Heavy Whipping Cream
  • ¼ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
  • Kosher Salt and Black pepper to taste
  • 1 Pound Large Shrimp patted dry
  • ½ Cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
  • 1 Cup Mozzarella Cheese freshly grated

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of water to boil, with 2 teaspoons salt.
    2 teaspoons Salt
  • Add the Fettucine Noodles and cook until Al Dente per the package instructions (about 8-9 Minutes). Drain and set aside. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water in case you need it later.
    ½ Pound Fettuccine Noodles
  • In a large ovenproof skillet - a cast iron skillet if you have one - heat the olive oil over a medium to medium high heat. Add the shrimp for a few minutes either side, then remove to the side.
    2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, 1 Pound Large Shrimp
  • Add the chopped onions, garlic and parsley and cook a few minutes until the onions are soft and the garlic is fragrant.
    ½ Each Yellow Onions, 4 Cloves Garlic, ¼ Cup Fresh Parsley
  • Add the butter, cream cheese, cream, red pepper flakes and salt and pepper. Continue stirring until all has melted.
    ½ Cup Unsalted Butter, 4 Ounces Cream Cheese, 1 Cup Heavy Whipping Cream, ¼ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes, Kosher Salt and Black pepper to taste
  • Stir in the parmesan until melted.
    ½ Cup Parmesan Cheese
  • Add the noodles back, along with the shrimp and stir to combine.
  • Top with the grated mozzarella and place under a broiler for a few minutes until the cheese on top has melted and turned a golden brown.
    1 Cup Mozzarella Cheese

Notes

Feel free to change up the amount of butter - I usually play it by ear mostly but add anywhere from 6-8 tablespoon butter.
Sprinkle a few tablespoons parsley for garnish if you want to pretty it up.
Have a few tablespoons parmesan handy to serve with, in case anyone wants extra to sprinkle on top.
When reheating this dish you may need a splash of milk to thin it a little.
For a little extra texture try sprinkling some bread crumbs on top with the mozzarella.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 415kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 158mg | Sodium: 1302mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g

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