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Delicious Garlic Butter Shrimp and Sausage in a skillet with pasta.

Garlic Butter Shrimp and Sausage Skillet Pasta

A delightful and quick dish featuring shrimp and sausage tossed in a creamy, garlic butter sauce that's perfect for busy evenings or special occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined Use fresh shrimp for best flavor; frozen is fine if thawed.
  • 8 ounces sausage, sliced Use your preferred type of sausage.
  • 8 ounces pasta Short pasta like penne or fusilli works best.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Sauté until fragrant.
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • to taste salt and pepper Adjust according to your preference.
  • optional parsley or grated parmesan cheese for garnish For serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all the ingredients needed for the recipe.
  2. Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add sliced sausage to the skillet and cook until browned.
  4. Stir in the shrimp and cook until they turn pink, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together. Season with salt, pepper, and any other spices you prefer.
Serving
  1. Serve hot, garnished with parsley or grated parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes for added nutrition. Serve with garlic bread and a light salad for a complete meal.