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Marry Me Shrimp Pasta

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Marry Me Shrimp Pasta is a creamy, gluten-free twist on the viral classic, made with sun-dried tomatoes, parmesan, and perfectly seasoned shrimp tossed in a rich, one-pan sauce over gluten-free penne. Comforting, flavorful, and easy to prepare.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

1 lb extra-large shrimp, peeled and deveined

½ tbsp smoked paprika

¾ tbsp Italian seasoning

¼ tsp black pepper

¾ tsp salt

1½ tbsp sun-dried tomato oil (from jar)

2½ tbsp tomato paste

½ cup diced sun-dried tomatoes

1 tbsp Italian seasoning

⅓ tsp sweet smoked paprika

½ tsp salt

¾ tsp dried basil

2 tbsp gluten-free 1:1 flour

2 cups diced spinach

2 tbsp butter

2 tbsp minced onion

2 tbsp minced garlic

2 cups vegetable broth

1 cup heavy cream

1 cup parmesan cheese

Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)

12 oz gluten-free penne pasta

Instructions

  1. Cook gluten-free penne in boiling water until just under al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Toss shrimp with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Heat sun-dried tomato oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear shrimp for 2 minutes per side until pink, opaque, and C-shaped. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté onion, garlic, tomato paste, diced sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and basil for about 2 minutes.
  5. Stir in gluten-free flour. Gradually add vegetable broth and heavy cream. Add spinach and cook until wilted and sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
  6. Stir in parmesan until melted and creamy.
  7. Add cooked pasta to the sauce, gently folding in shrimp last. Garnish with chopped basil and serve warm.

Notes

  • Substitute shrimp with prawns, scallops, crab, or lobster for variation.
  • Use plant-based cream and butter to make it dairy-free.
  • Any short pasta can work—try rigatoni, fusilli, or orzo.
  • Add red pepper flakes for heat or use seafood stock for deeper flavor.
  • Store in fridge for up to 3 days; reheat gently in skillet. Not freezer-friendly due to cream content.

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