Garlic Butter Shrimp Rigatoni
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A quick and flavorful pasta dish that’s perfect for busy nights! This easy rigatoni recipe delivers restaurant-quality taste in under 30 minutes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or a cozy date night at home!
This Garlic Butter Shrimp Rigatoni recipe is one of those meals that feels fancy but is totally doable on a weeknight. Whether you’re feeding the family, planning a cozy date night at home, or just want a break from takeout, this pasta is a total win. It’s fast, flavorful, and always satisfying.
This recipe brings back so many memories from my early days of dating my husband. For some reason, he thought I couldn’t cook and would impress me with these amazing home-cooked meals. Little did he know, I was just saving my cooking skills for when things got serious—haha!
Fast forward to today, and this Garlic Butter Shrimp Rigatoni is an absolute favorite in our home. I have to give credit where it’s due—this was actually my husband’s idea! So thank you, Kwadwo. Over time, I’ve put my own twist on it, and now he lights up every time I make it.
If you loved this dish, be sure to try my flavorful Shrimp Rotini Pasta or Salmon & Scallop Rasta Pasta for another easy seafood dinner option
Why You’ll Love This Shrimp Pasta Recipe
Quick & simple: Ready in under 30 minutes! Packed with flavor: Juicy shrimp, garlic butter sauce, and sweet cherry tomatoes create a rich, savory taste. Perfect for any occasion: A great weeknight dinner or date night pasta recipe—just add a glass of white wine!
The combination of jumbo shrimp, garlic-infused butter, tender rigatoni, and fresh cherry tomatoes makes every bite restaurant-quality, yet so easy to make at home. The best part? It’s minimal effort but full of gourmet flavor, making it my go-to meal when I want something delicious without spending hours in the kitchen.
If you’re looking for an easy seafood pasta recipe that’s simple, flavorful, and guaranteed to impress, this Garlic Butter Shrimp Rigatoni is a must-try! My husband would love to hear your feedback on his “original” recipe—hehe— so drop a comment if you give it a go!
FAQs About Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta
Can I use another type of pasta?
Absolutely. Penne , linguine , or fettuccine work well too — just make sure it’s a pasta that can hold the sauce.
How do I keep the shrimp juicy Avoid overcooking. Shrimp only need a few minutes per side. Once they turn pink and curl slightly, they’re done.
Is this freezer-friendly?
Not ideal. Seafood doesn’t reheat well from frozen. But leftovers keep in the fridge for 2 days.
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Garlic Butter Shrimp Rigatoni
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Total time: 35 minutes
Description
This quick and easy garlic butter shrimp recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal! Made with juicy shrimp, sweet cherry tomatoes, garlic, and a luscious white wine butter sauce, it’s the perfect quick and easy dinner that tastes like a restaurant-quality meal.
Ingredients
- 10 oz rigatoni pasta
- 10 jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 10 cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 1/3 cup pasta water (reserved)
- ½ cup dry white wine (like Sauvignon Blanc)
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
- ¼ tsp oregano
- ¼ tsp creole seasoning
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Cook the Rigatoni
- 1Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- 2Cook the rigatoni pasta until al dente, according to package instructions.
- 3Reserve 1/3 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
Sauté the Shrimp
- 1Season shrimp with salt & black pepper.
- 2Heat 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook for 2 minutes per side.
- 3Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Make the Garlic White Wine Sauce
- 1In the same pan, add another 1 tbsp of olive oil and 1 tbsp of butter.
- 2Sauté the cherry tomatoes, onions, garlic and pepper flakes for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- 3Add Shrimp back into pan and pour in the white wine, scraping up any bits from the bottom of the pan. Season with oregano and creole seasoning. Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes.
Toss Everything Together
- 1Add the cooked rigatoni and pasta water to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce. Mix well.
- 2Stir in 1 tbsp butter for extra richness and drizzle 1 tbsp of olive oil on top as well.
- 3Add salt and pepper to taste.
- 4Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve & Enjoy!
Serve warm and enjoy this restaurant-worthy shrimp pasta at home!
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: ~220 kcal
- Protein: ~11 g
- Fat: ~5 g
- Carbohydrate: ~33 g
- Cholesterol: ~50 mg
- Sodium: ~560 mg
Category: DinnerQuick and Easy Weeknight Dinner
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