Instant Pot Shrimp Alfredo (Printable View)

Creamy shrimp Alfredo pasta made effortlessly with tender shrimp and rich Parmesan sauce in just 20 minutes.

# What You Need:

→ Protein & Seafood

01 - 1 pound frozen raw shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Pasta

02 - 12 ounces fettuccine or linguine, broken in half

→ Dairy

03 - 1 cup heavy cream
04 - 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
05 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

06 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 cup frozen peas (optional)

→ Liquids

08 - 2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth

→ Seasonings

09 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
10 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
11 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
12 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

# How To Make It:

01 - Place the broken pasta evenly into the Instant Pot.
02 - Pour in chicken broth and sprinkle minced garlic over the pasta.
03 - Layer frozen shrimp atop the pasta without stirring.
04 - Sprinkle kosher salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using over the shrimp.
05 - Secure lid, set valve to Sealing, and cook on High Pressure for 6 minutes.
06 - Carefully perform a quick release as soon as cooking time completes.
07 - Open the lid; add butter, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and frozen peas if desired. Stir until cheese melts and sauce thickens.
08 - Let the mixture sit for 2 to 3 minutes to thicken.
09 - Taste and modify seasoning as preferred.
10 - Serve immediately, topped with chopped fresh parsley.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Made from freezer to feast in just 20 minutes
  • Easy one-pot meal perfect for busy weeknights
02 -
  • Substitute half-and-half for heavy cream for a lighter dish
  • Adding lemon or baby spinach can brighten the flavors
03 -
  • Do not stir the shrimp into the pasta before cooking to prevent overcooking
  • Use fresh parsley as garnish for best flavor and presentation
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