
Yields:
4 - 6 serving(s)
Prep Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Cal/Serv:
870
Creamy, flavorful, and utterly irresistible—there’s a reason why this dish can inspire a proposal! Marry Me shrimp pasta features a rich sun-dried tomato cream sauce loaded with shrimp, tender spinach, and fragrant herbs, all tossed with perfectly al dente pasta. Taking inspiration from our beloved Marry Me chicken, this is a new spin on a classic that’s both indulgent and easy to make.
Spinach adds a pop of color and is my go-to veggie for pasta dishes. It melds seamlessly into the creamy sauce, wilting to perfection as it cooks. To avoid waste, I used the oil from the sun-dried tomatoes to cook the shrimp and aromatics—it’s a delicious swap for plain olive oil.
If you have some dry white wine lying around, then by all means add some to the pasta. Just replace 1/2 cup of the broth with white wine. If you do end up using wine, then you can omit the balsamic vinegar since the wine will provide a nice acidity.
Forgot to defrost the shrimp? No sweat! There’s a quick way to defrost that will take 10 to 20 minutes depending on the amount of shrimp. Simply place the shrimp in cold running water, stirring occasionally, until fully thawed. Then drain and pat dry with a paper towel.
What I love most is how easy this dish is to pull together. With minimal prep and just a few simple steps, you can have it on the table in no time. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or when you want to impress at a dinner party. Trust me, it doesn’t get much better than this!
Did you make this recipe? Let us know what you think in the comments below!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup
drained sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, sliced, plus 4 Tbsp. tomato oil, divided
- 1 lb.
large shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails removed
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
- 16 oz.
rigatoni or penne
- 4
garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 2 Tbsp.
tomato paste
- 1/4 tsp.
crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 cups
low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup
heavy cream
- 1 tsp.
Italian seasoning
- 1
(5-oz.) pkg. baby spinach
- 1 oz.
Parmesan, finely grated (about 1/2 cup), plus more for serving
Torn fresh basil, for serving
Directions
- Step 1In a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat, heat 2 Tbsp. tomato oil. Season shrimp with salt and black pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until pink and opaque, about 3 minutes. Transfer shrimp to a plate or bowl.
- Step 2Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta, stirring occasionally, until al dente according to package instructions. Drain.
- Step 3In same skillet over medium heat, cook garlic, tomato paste, red pepper flakes, and remaining 2 Tbsp. tomato oil, stirring, until tomato paste deepens in color, about 1 minute. Add sun-dried tomatoes, broth, cream, and Italian seasoning. Bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits, and cook, stirring occasionally, until sauce slightly reduces, about 5 minutes. Add spinach and cook, stirring, until wilted, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Step 4Add pasta, shrimp, and Parmesan. Cook, stirring, until pasta is coated and sauce is glossy; season with salt and black pepper. Remove skillet from heat, cover, and let it sit 2 to 3 minutes. Give pasta another stir to coat.
- Step 5Divide pasta and shrimp among bowls. Top with basil and more Parmesan.
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