Instant Pot Shrimp Alfredo (Printable Version)

Rich shrimp Alfredo pasta with creamy sauce, ready from freezer to table in 20 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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

# Directions:

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 kosher salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using over the shrimp.
05 - Secure the Instant Pot lid, set the valve to Sealing, and cook on High Pressure for 6 minutes.
06 - Perform a quick release of pressure carefully once the cooking cycle completes.
07 - Open the lid, add butter, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and frozen peas if using. Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce is creamy.
08 - Allow the pasta to rest for 2 to 3 minutes to thicken the sauce.
09 - Taste and season again as necessary.
10 - Plate immediately and garnish with chopped parsley.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Quick 20-minute meal
  • Freezer to table convenience
02 -
  • Using frozen shrimp allows skipping thawing and saves time
  • Adjust red pepper flakes to control spice level
03 -
  • Use broken pasta pieces to prevent sticking
  • Quick-release pressure to avoid overcooking shrimp
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