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Shrimp and Kale Rigatoni Alfredo

Creamy Shrimp and Kale Rigatoni Alfredo in Just 25 Minutes


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  • Author: EditorVictoria
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A creamy and flavorful pasta dish combining tender shrimp, fresh kale, and rich Alfredo sauce with rigatoni.


Ingredients

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  • 8 oz rigatoni pasta
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 cups kale, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp butter

Instructions

  1. Cook the rigatoni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 2 minutes per side. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add butter and garlic. Sauté for 1 minute.
  4. Add kale and cook until wilted, about 3 minutes.
  5. Pour in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Return the cooked shrimp and rigatoni to the skillet. Toss to coat everything in the sauce.
  7. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Use fresh kale for the best texture.
  • Adjust the amount of garlic to your taste.
  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Category: Pasta
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 180mg