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Shrimp Alfredo Bake

Creamy Shrimp Alfredo Bake for Cozy Weeknight Dinners

A comforting Shrimp Alfredo Bake featuring creamy cheese and ziti pasta, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Ziti
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or olive oil for lighter touch
  • 1 medium Shallot or yellow onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour or cornstarch for gluten-free
  • 1 cup Milk or almond milk for dairy-free
  • 1/2 cup White Wine or chicken broth
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock or vegetable broth
  • 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes omit for milder dish
For the Shrimp and Garnish
  • 1 pound Shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 medium Roma Tomatoes or sun-dried tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup Parsley chopped; can substitute other herbs
For the Cheese
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Cook the ziti pasta in boiling salted water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. In an oven-safe skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add shallots and garlic, sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in chopped parsley.
  3. Add shrimp to the skillet, cooking for approximately 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Transfer shrimp to a plate, keeping juices in skillet.
  4. In the same skillet, melt another tablespoon of butter. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk, white wine, and chicken stock, simmering for about 3 minutes until thickened.
  5. Mix in 1/2 cup of mozzarella and 1/4 cup of Parmesan until melted. Return cooked shrimp, Roma tomatoes, and drained ziti to the skillet, stirring to combine.
  6. Sprinkle remaining mozzarella and Parmesan on top. Bake for 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best results, avoid overcooking shrimp and whisk sauce constantly to prevent lumps. Use fresh herbs for added flavor and consider ingredient substitutions based on availability.

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