Shrimp 'n' Pasta
- SERVES
- 4
- COOK TIME
- 20 Min
If you like a little kick and a ton of flavor in your seafood dishes then you're gonna love our Shrimp 'n' Pasta. We take flavorful veggies and herbs, as well as some shrimp and picante sauce, and combine 'em together to create a shrimp pasta masterpiece!
What You'll Need
- 8 ounces rigatoni or other pasta shape
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 green bell pepper, cut into short, thin strips
- 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into short, thin strips
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tomatoes, coarsely chopped
- 1 cup picante sauce
- Grated Parmesan cheese
What to Do
- Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and keep warm.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil. Add peppers, mushrooms, garlic, and basil. Cook 4 to 5 minutes, or until peppers are almost tender, stirring frequently. Stir in shrimp and cook 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and picante sauce; reduce heat to low and simmer 5 to 7 minutes, or until warmed through, stirring frequently.
- Transfer to a large bowl, then add cooked pasta; mix well. Sprinkle with cheese and serve immediately.
Notes
- You can serve this with additional picante sauce, if desired.
- This dish has it all, except of course, dessert! We thought a light and refreshing Country Fruit Stand Salad might just be the answer to topping off a delicious meal!
- Check out more of our favorite seafood dishes in our collection of 22 Easy Shrimp Recipes for Every Occasion.
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laureeeta
May 03, 2014
This was fantastic and easy. I made it with uncooked shrimp though so shrimp would remain tender and juicy. Everyone loved it.
rcarney9 2408687
Dec 20, 2012
Why is size of shrimp always mentioned? Jumbo and others can be chopped to make medium size. Why not just say bite size?
JanRosa
Jun 25, 2014
When I put a plate of food on the table, I want it to be appetizing. Whole shrimp looks so much better than fat and skinny pieces of shrimp on a bed of colorful pasta.
betty0408 0957787
Apr 18, 2012
It would be really nice if you would include whether or not a recipe can be successfully frozen.
beachsquirrel 8716 971
Apr 18, 2012
This is delicious stuff. Very easy and quick. I usually have the ingredients on hand-including a bag of frozen shrimp. Didn't make any changes in the recipe!
Persian Cook
Apr 17, 2012
Can this be made with uncooked peeled shrimp? Cause wondering if using already cooked shrimp, wouldn't the shrimp get kind of tough? Thank you
dianne63 6064150
Apr 15, 2013
Maybe it's just me, but I would always use uncooked shrimp in a recipe like this. Cook a few minutes longer, that's all.
JanRosa
Jun 25, 2014
If a recipe does not say "cooked shrimp" if means (fresh or thawed, frozen) uncooked shrimp.
mama2catz
Apr 16, 2012
This type of shrimp/pasta is a go-to meal for us. I like to add fresh asparagus or broccoli, either of which can cook with the pasta for the last 3 min. or so, before tossing with the sauce. And any sauce will do - jarred marinara or alfredo is also great!
sandemas
Jul 14, 2011
I have been making this dish for years, it is my family's favorite shrimp dish. Very easy and quick to make. Thank you, Mr. Food!
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