Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.1 tablespoon olive oil, 4 cloves garlic, minced, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Add the uncooked linguine or fettuccine pasta directly into the pot. Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a rolling boil.1 pound linguine or fettuccine pasta, 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and simmer for about 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. The pasta will absorb most of the liquid.
- Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture back to a gentle simmer.1 cup heavy cream, 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
- Gently add the peeled and deveined shrimp and the lump crab meat to the pot. Stir to distribute them evenly within the pasta and sauce.12 ounces uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined, 8 ounces lump crab meat, drained and rinsed
- Continue to simmer, uncovered, for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through, and the crab meat is heated through.
- Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it’s melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
- Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Ladle the One Pot Shrimp and Crab Alfredo into bowls. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh chopped parsley. Serve immediately.1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish, 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Notes
To store leftover One Pot Shrimp and Crab Alfredo, allow the dish to cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 3 days. The sauce may thicken considerably upon cooling.
When reheating, it's best to do so gently to avoid overcooking the seafood or breaking the sauce. You can reheat individual portions in a microwave-safe dish over medium power in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until heated through. For larger quantities, gently warm the pasta in a saucepan over low heat on the stovetop, adding a splash of milk or cream if the sauce is too thick.
