Instant Pot Shrimp Alfredo (Printable)

Creamy shrimp Alfredo pasta ready fast, combining tender shrimp and rich sauce for a satisfying meal.

# Ingredient list:

→ Protein & Seafood

01 - 1 pound frozen raw shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Pasta

02 - 12 ounces fettuccine or linguine, broken in half

→ Dairy

03 - 1 cup heavy cream
04 - 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
05 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

06 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 cup frozen peas (optional)

→ Liquids

08 - 2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth

→ Seasonings

09 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
10 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
11 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
12 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

# Cooking steps:

01 - Place the broken pasta evenly in the Instant Pot.
02 - Pour in the chicken broth and sprinkle minced garlic over the pasta.
03 - Arrange frozen shrimp on top of the pasta without stirring.
04 - Sprinkle kosher salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using over the ingredients.
05 - Secure the lid, set valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 6 minutes.
06 - Perform a quick-release of the pressure carefully once cooking is complete.
07 - Open lid and stir in butter, heavy cream, Parmesan, and peas if desired until the cheese melts and sauce thickens.
08 - Let the pasta sit for 2 to 3 minutes to allow sauce to thicken.
09 - Taste and season with additional salt or pepper if needed.
10 - Plate immediately and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • Freezer to feast in 20 minutes
  • Perfect for busy weeknights
02 -
  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
  • Pair with a crisp white wine such as Pinot Grigio.
03 -
  • Do not stir the pasta after adding shrimp for best texture.
  • Quick-release pressure carefully to avoid overcooking shrimp.
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