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Cheese Shrimp Penne Pasta & Spinach

Irresistible Cheese Shrimp Penne Pasta & Spinach in 30 Minutes

Delight in this quick and creamy Cheese Shrimp Penne Pasta & Spinach, perfect for dinner in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Penne Pasta Can swap with other short pasta like rigatoni.
For the Protein
  • 1 pound Shrimp Fresh or frozen, peeled and deveined.
For the Vegetables
  • 4 cups Fresh Spinach Substitutes include kale or arugula.
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 1 cup Cream Low-fat options can be used.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Mozzarella can be used as an alternative.
For Flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be replaced with butter or non-stick spray.
  • 1 clove Garlic Fresh or powdered.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the penne pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet.
  3. In the same skillet, add more olive oil if needed and toss in minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds, then stir in 1 cup of cream and 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until melted and smooth.
  4. Add the drained penne pasta, sautéed shrimp, and 4 cups of fresh spinach to the cheese sauce. Toss gently and cook for another 2-3 minutes until spinach wilts.
  5. Plate immediately, sprinkle with additional Parmesan, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 1 month. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of milk or cream.

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