✨ Introduction
Shrimp Spaghetti with Mushrooms in Cream Cheese Alfredo is the ultimate creamy seafood comfort pasta packed with juicy shrimp, earthy mushrooms, silky spaghetti, and a rich garlic cream cheese Alfredo sauce. Every bite delivers buttery garlic flavor, velvety Parmesan goodness, and tender shrimp wrapped around perfectly coated pasta. Warm, indulgent, and deeply satisfying, this restaurant-style seafood pasta is perfect for cozy dinners, date nights, or elevated comfort food cravings.
🛒 Ingredients
For the Pasta
• 12 oz spaghetti pasta
For the Shrimp
• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Cream Cheese Alfredo Sauce
• 3 tbsp butter
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1½ cups heavy cream or milk
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional Add-Ins
• Spinach
• Sun-dried tomatoes
• Broccoli
• Chili flakes
Optional Garnish
• Fresh parsley
• Extra Parmesan cheese
• Cracked black pepper
• Lemon wedges
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Spaghetti
Boil spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve some pasta water, then drain.
2️⃣ Season the Shrimp
Pat shrimp dry and season with paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3️⃣ Cook the Shrimp
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp until pink and lightly golden. Remove and set aside.
4️⃣ Sauté the Mushrooms
In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté mushrooms until tender and golden.
5️⃣ Add the Garlic
Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant.
6️⃣ Make the Cream Cheese Alfredo
Add cream cheese and heavy cream, stirring until smooth and creamy. Stir in Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
7️⃣ Combine the Pasta
Add cooked spaghetti into the sauce and toss until fully coated. Use reserved pasta water if needed.
8️⃣ Return the Shrimp
Add shrimp back into the skillet and mix gently into the creamy mushroom Alfredo sauce.
9️⃣ Garnish and Serve
Top with parsley, cracked black pepper, lemon wedges, chili flakes, or extra Parmesan cheese.
🔟 Serve and Enjoy
Serve hot for a creamy, savory, and deeply comforting seafood pasta feast.
❓ FAQ
What mushrooms work best?
Cremini or baby bella mushrooms give rich flavor.
Can I use milk instead of cream?
Yes, though the sauce will be lighter.
Can I make it spicy?
Add Cajun seasoning or chili flakes.
What pasta works best?
Spaghetti or linguine work beautifully.
What sides pair well?
Garlic bread or Caesar salad pair perfectly.
🦐 Final Thoughts
Shrimp Spaghetti with Mushrooms in Cream Cheese Alfredo is the perfect comforting seafood pasta packed with juicy shrimp, earthy mushrooms, silky spaghetti, and rich garlic cream cheese Alfredo sauce. Creamy, cozy, and deeply satisfying, it’s a homemade favorite full of warm savory goodness.
