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    Home » What We're Eating » Dump-and-Bake Creamy Shrimp Pasta

    Dump-and-Bake Creamy Shrimp Pasta

    Published: Nov 27, 2017 by Blair Lonergan

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    A collage image of creamy shrimp pasta

    You don't even have to boil the pasta for this simple one dish meal -- Dump-and-Bake Creamy Shrimp Pasta! With just 10 minutes of prep, it's seriously the world's easiest weeknight dinner!

    A white baking dish of creamy shrimp pasta with a wooden spoon in it

    During the summer months it seems like we live off of grilled seafood. Whether it's fresh salmon, marinated shrimp, or clams off the grill at the beach, it's so easy to incorporate seafood into our weekly meal plan.

    A white bowl of creamy shrimp pasta topped with parsley

    But...when the temperatures drop and we start craving warm, cozy, comfort food, I struggle to find tasty ways to get seafood into our bodies. A grilled piece of fish just doesn't have the same appeal in late November!A side shot of a baking casserole dish filled with creamy shrimp pasta

    Instead, I turn to oven-baked fish like our favorite 5-Ingredient Garlic Parmesan Tilapia or heartier pasta dishes like my Dump-and-Bake Shrimp Scampi and my Linguine with Clam Sauce.

    Creamy shrimp pasta in a white baking dish with a wooden spoon

    If you're looking for a restaurant-quality dish to serve in these cooler months that's also incredibly kid-friendly, then this Dump-and-Bake Creamy Shrimp Pasta is the answer!

    So What's In This Creamy Shrimp Pasta

    • shrimp
    • rotini pasta
    • alfredo sauce
    • garlic
    • onion
    • white wine
    • chicken stock
    • roasted red peppers
    • mozzarella

    All easy and simple ingredients that have tons of flavor!

    An overhead shot of a white bowl of creamy shrimp pasta topped with parsley

    The meal is perfect for holiday get-togethers with family and friends, because it's easy to throw together, it tastes fancy, and it's a mild dish that everyone can enjoy. Trust me -- even if your kids claim to not like shellfish, this Creamy Shrimp Pasta is sure to change their minds!

    Best of all, you'll love how quickly it comes together thanks to my favorite dump-and-bake method. You don't have to spend extra time boiling pasta, sauteeing shrimp, or washing tons of pots and pans. Instead, you can just stir everything together in one dish and pop it in the oven! How's that for a warm, cozy, and comforting seafood supper?!

    More Dump And Bake Recipes You Might Like;

    • Dump and bake ravioli casserole
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    Dump-and-Bake Creamy Shrimp Pasta

    A white casserole dish of creamy shrimp pasta topped with chopped parsley
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    5 from 6 votes

    Dump-and-Bake Creamy Shrimp Pasta

    A delicious and easy dump and bake creamy shrimp pasta that has tons of flavor and only 10 minutes prep.
    Course Dinner
    Cuisine Italian
    Keyword shrimp casserole, shrimp pasta
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 45 minutes
    Total Time 55 minutes
    Servings 8 servings
    Calories 469kcal
    Author The Seasoned Mom

    Ingredients

    • 1 16 ounce package uncooked rotini pasta
    • 1 22 ounce jar Alfredo sauce (about 2 ½ cups)
    • 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
    • 1 cup white wine or substitute with an additional 1 cup of chicken broth
    • ½ cup frozen diced onion thawed (or about ½ of a medium fresh onion, diced)
    • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
    • 1 4 ounce jar diced roasted red peppers (pimentos), drained (about ½ cup)
    • 1 cup shredded mozzarella or Italian blend cheese
    • 2 lbs. raw peeled and deveined shrimp*
    • Optional: Parmesan cheese and fresh chopped parsley for garnish

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 425F (220C).
    • In a large 13 x 9-inch baking dish, stir together uncooked pasta, Alfredo sauce, chicken broth, wine, onion, garlic, and red peppers. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
    • Remove dish from the oven and give it a stir. At this point you should check the pasta to make sure that it is al dente (firm but just about finished cooking). If it’s still too hard, cover the dish and return to the oven until pasta is al dente. Then move on to the next step.
    • Once pasta is al dente and the sauce has thickened, stir in the uncooked shrimp. Sprinkle mozzarella over the top. Bake uncovered for 5-10 more minutes (8 minutes was perfect for me). 
    • The dish is finished when the cheese is melted, the shrimp is pink, and the pasta is tender. Keep a close eye on your shrimp during the final few minutes of baking, because you don’t want to overcook the shrimp and have it turn out rubbery! Pull it out of the oven as soon as the shrimp is pink.
    • Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan or fresh chopped parsley, if desired.

    Notes

    *I used medium (41-50 count) shrimp, which cook quickly once you add them to the dish. Larger shrimp will likely require additional cooking time, so you will want to add them to the dish sooner.
    Cooking for a Smaller Family? You can cut all of the ingredients in half and bake the shrimp pasta in an 8-inch square dish.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1/8 of the recipe | Calories: 469kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 205mg | Sodium: 862mg | Fiber: 4.4g | Sugar: 4.4g

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    Comments

    1. Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice

      November 27, 2017 at 7:15 am

      This is definitely perfect comfort food for the winter! I always gravitate toward seafood pastas when I go out to dinner, so making this at home is such a great idea. I love that you don't even have to boil the pasta, either! My kind of meal!

      Reply
      • Blair

        November 27, 2017 at 8:23 am

        Thanks, Gayle! I agree - seafood pastas are the best! You'll love this shortcut version! 🙂

        Reply
    2. Albert Bevia

      November 27, 2017 at 5:31 pm

      I have always loved the combination of shrimp and pasta, but you have just stepped it up a notch! I can´t believe how easy this dish is to put together, perfect for a weeknight meal, thank you for sharing this amazing recipe 🙂

      Reply
      • Blair

        November 27, 2017 at 8:10 pm

        Thanks so much, Albert! I appreciate your kind words!

        Reply
    3. Tina Abell

      November 27, 2017 at 8:08 pm

      I'm really enjoying your recipes, just had an at home Thanksgiving tonight. We had gone out for Thanksgiving day, I hate that, no leftovers. So I made your recipe for the garlic and herb turkey breast and the apple and butternut squash casserole. I added some stuffing and cheater gravy, (from a jar) and someone had given us some homemade cranberry relish that was perfect with it. Thanks for all your neat ideas.

      Reply
      • Blair

        November 27, 2017 at 8:11 pm

        Hi, Tina! That's wonderful -- I'm so glad that you've been enjoying the Thanksgiving recipes -- even if it was a few days late! Having leftovers is the best, so hopefully you have enough to continue enjoying them for a few more nights! 🙂

        Reply
    4. Sheila

      December 01, 2017 at 9:10 am

      I just realized that this is one the best ways to enjoy shrimps. It is so delicious that we're having this again tonight. Thank you for sharing this recipe.

      Reply
      • Blair

        December 01, 2017 at 10:28 am

        Awesome! I'm so glad that you've enjoyed it, Sheila!

        Reply
    5. Kristy from Southern In Law

      December 02, 2017 at 2:52 am

      Yum! Whilst I can’t eat shrimp, the rest of my family can (and LOVE them!) so I’m going to have to make this for them!

      Reply
      • Blair

        December 02, 2017 at 5:22 am

        I hope that you do, Kristy! 🙂

        Reply
    6. Renee Marshall

      December 20, 2017 at 9:06 am

      Do you think I could make this in a crock pot?

      Reply
      • Blair

        December 20, 2017 at 7:45 pm

        Hi, Renee! Yes, I think it would probably work, but I don't have any specific time increments to give you since I haven't tested it myself. You'd just need to keep an eye on it in the pot so that you know when the pasta's done (and it doesn't get overcooked).

        Reply
    7. Vicki Korb

      February 14, 2018 at 11:24 am

      Can I use frozen, cooked shrimp?

      Reply
      • Blair

        February 14, 2018 at 12:46 pm

        Hi, Vicki! Yes, you can! I would thaw it first by running it under water. Then just add it at the very end during the final few minutes so that it has a chance to heat through, but not too long because you don't want it to become tough and chewy. 🙂

        Reply
    8. Emily

      September 03, 2018 at 5:20 am

      5 stars
      Mmmm this just looks so comforting and I love that it's low prep, just what I need for weeknights!

      Reply
      • Blair

        September 03, 2018 at 6:46 am

        Thanks, Emily!

        Reply
    9. Mikr

      September 15, 2018 at 8:50 am

      Hi!
      This looks great. Is there a way you recommend to add chicken to this as well somewhere in the process? One of my children won’t do shrimp so if I have chicken in there too it’s a big win for me.
      Thanks

      Reply
      • Blair

        September 15, 2018 at 12:43 pm

        Hi! Absolutely! You can add raw chicken that is diced into bite-sized pieces at the very beginning of the cooking time (stir it in with the pasta and liquid). The chicken will be cooked through by the time the casserole is done. If you prefer to use chicken that is already cooked, you can just stir that in at the same time as you add the shrimp.

        Reply
    10. Deborah

      March 13, 2019 at 5:47 pm

      5 stars
      This was excellent! Quickly made and entirely consumed. Destined to be a family favourite 🙂

      Reply
    11. THOMAS SPRATT

      July 20, 2020 at 3:41 pm

      CAN WHITE FISH AND CRAB MEAT BE ADDED TO THIS RECIPE AND IF YES WHAT RATIOS

      Reply
      • Blair

        July 20, 2020 at 3:56 pm

        Hi, Thomas! Sure! I bet the additional seafood would be delicious. I would still suggest using a total of about 2 lbs. of seafood, but you can make that any ratio that you prefer. For instance, use 1 lb. of shrimp, 1/2 lb. of fish and 1/2 lb. of crab. Hope that helps, and enjoy!

        Reply
    12. Josiane Weeks

      September 06, 2020 at 11:12 am

      Can i make this in advance for a dinner party

      Reply
      • Blair

        September 06, 2020 at 11:50 am

        Hi, Josiane! Yes -- you can prep it in advance and keep it covered in the fridge until you're ready to bake it. I wouldn't bake the entire dish in advance and then reheat it, though -- the quality wouldn't be as good. Enjoy!

        Reply
    13. Cynthia

      February 14, 2021 at 6:40 pm

      5 stars
      So easy and a total win with the family. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Blair

        February 14, 2021 at 7:59 pm

        Wonderful! Thanks, Cynthia!

        Reply
    14. Debby

      March 11, 2021 at 8:43 pm

      5 stars
      I mixed in a bowl, divided between 2 square baking dishes. My husband, daughters & I ate one and took one to a sick friend for her families dinner. Fixed a salad and bread too. It was delicious, easy, and filling. It got 2 thumbs up from everyone!

      Reply
      • Blair

        March 12, 2021 at 5:18 am

        Excellent! Thanks for your note, Debby. I'm so glad to hear that it was a hit!

        Reply
    15. Cheryl

      August 02, 2021 at 11:56 pm

      If you make it the day before the pasta absorb the liquid? If it is okay to do, should I add time to the cooking because it will be chilled

      Reply
      • Blair

        August 03, 2021 at 8:48 am

        Hi, Cheryl! Yes, if you prep ahead and let it sit overnight, I find that the pasta will absorb some of the liquid. It's not necessarily my preference, but I know that some folks think it works fine. If you chill it in advance, I recommend letting the dish sit at room temperature for 30-60 minutes before baking. If it's still cold when it goes into the oven, then you will definitely need to add some extra time.

        Reply
    16. Barbara

      November 21, 2021 at 5:40 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe was a total Winner! So much flavor and easy to throw together. I didn't have pimentos so subbed with a pinch of crushed red pepper. I cut recipe in half for 3 of us and we have enough leftover for dinner tomorrow--which is a good thing because we would have been fighting over the leftovers if there wasn't enough to go around! Blair to the rescue again.

      Reply
      • Blair Lonergan

        November 21, 2021 at 5:43 pm

        Yay! That's so good to hear, Barbara! Thank you for taking the time to let me know. I really appreciate it. 🙂

        Reply
    17. Toni

      December 06, 2021 at 3:02 pm

      5 stars
      This was very good, and who doesn't love recipe that is all in one dish. The only thing I would do differently would be to use smaller shrimp, mine where large to XL

      Reply
      • Blair Lonergan

        December 06, 2021 at 7:50 pm

        Thanks, Toni!

        Reply

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