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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Groceries you'll need: Ingredients

• 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)

See recipe card for quantities.

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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.

• 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).

• 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.

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!

More shrimp recipes I think you'll love

• Shrimp Boil Foil Packets
• Shrimp Alfredo Bake
• Butterfly Shrimp Recipe

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.