Instant Pot Shrimp Alfredo Pasta (Printable Version)

Creamy shrimp and pasta cooked quickly with garlic, Parmesan, and peas in one pot.

# Components:

→ 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

# Method Steps:

01 - Add the broken pasta to the Instant Pot, spreading it out evenly.
02 - Pour in the chicken broth and scatter the minced garlic over the pasta.
03 - Place the frozen shrimp directly on top of the pasta without stirring.
04 - Sprinkle with kosher salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if using.
05 - Secure the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to sealing. Cook on High Pressure for 6 minutes.
06 - Quick-release the pressure carefully once the cooking cycle ends.
07 - Open the lid and stir in the butter, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and frozen peas if desired until the sauce is creamy and cheese is melted.
08 - Allow the pasta to rest for 2 to 3 minutes to thicken the sauce.
09 - Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, then serve immediately garnished with chopped parsley.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One-pot meal
  • Freezer-friendly
02 -
  • Use frozen shrimp directly from the freezer to avoid overcooking.
  • Do not stir shrimp into pasta before cooking to keep texture intact.
03 -
  • Break pasta in half so it fits nicely in the Instant Pot.
  • Quick-release pressure carefully to avoid overcooking shrimp.
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