Quick Seafood Dinner Recipes for Two: Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta

This quick seafood dinner recipe for two features succulent shrimp tossed in a lemon garlic sauce served over al dente pasta. Perfect for a romantic evening or a weeknight treat!

Ingredients

• 8 oz linguine pasta
• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 lemon, juiced and zested
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions

1. Cook the linguine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the shrimp to the skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add cherry tomatoes, lemon juice, and lemon zest, stirring gently.
5. Combine the cooked linguine with the shrimp mixture, tossing to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
6. Remove from heat and stir in the fresh parsley. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
7. Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.