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Creamy Spinach Mushroom Shrimp Shells

Creamy Spinach Mushroom Shrimp Shells

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Indulge in these Creamy Spinach Mushroom Shrimp Shells, a comforting pasta dish where tender shells cradle a rich garlic-Parmesan cream sauce. Juicy shrimp, earthy mushrooms, and vibrant spinach create a perfect balance of flavor and texture, ideal for weeknight meals or special gatherings. This easy recipe makes a quick dinner option while delivering restaurant-quality taste at home. If you’re searching for quick dinner ideas, easy shrimp recipes, healthy comfort food, or delicious pasta dishes, this one-pan meal will be a new favorite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian-Inspired
Servings 4 people
Calories 480 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Colander

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz pasta shells
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
  • 3 cups fresh spinach
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta shells until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
  • In a skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter. Add shrimp, season lightly, and sauté 2–3 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter. Add mushrooms and cook until golden. Stir in garlic until fragrant, then add spinach and cook until wilted.
  • Pour in heavy cream, bring to a gentle simmer, then stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  • Return shrimp and pasta shells to the skillet. Toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water if needed to loosen sauce.
  • Serve hot, topped with extra Parmesan if desired.

Notes

For the best flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan rather than pre-shredded.
Don’t overcook the shrimp; remove them as soon as they turn pink to keep them tender.

Nutrition

Calories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 32gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 210mgSodium: 760mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 45IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 20mg
Keyword creamy shrimp shells, Easy dinner, quick comfort food, seafood pasta, shrimp pasta
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