Penne And Shrimp Piccata Recipe
Make Penne And Shrimp Piccata Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Shrimp
Sauce
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil the Pasta
In a large pot, bring water to a rolling boil. Add 1 tsp of salt and 8 cups of penne pasta. Cook according to package instructions, typically 10-12 minutes, until al dente.
- 2
Drain and Set Aside
Once cooked, drain the pasta and set aside, reserving 1 cup of pasta water for later use.
Cooking the Shrimp
- 3
Sauté Shrimp
In a large skillet, heat 2 tbs of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 lb of shrimp and cook for about 2-3 minutes on one side until they turn pink.
- 4
Add Garlic and Seasonings
Flip the shrimp, then add 3 tsp of minced garlic, 1 tsp of red pepper flakes, 1 tbs of lemon juice, and 1 tsp of lemon zest. Sauté for another 2 minutes until the shrimp are fully cooked.
Making the Sauce
- 5
Add Chicken Broth
Pour in 1 cup of chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook for about 2-3 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- 6
Combining Ingredients
- 7
Mix Pasta and Shrimp
Add the drained penne pasta to the skillet with the shrimp and sauce. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired consistency.
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Sprinkle 1 tbs of chopped parsley over the top before serving. Enjoy your Penne and Shrimp Piccata!
