Grilled Shrimp & Fennel Alfredo Recipe

Name: Grilled Shrimp & Fennel Alfredo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined; 2 minced garlic cloves, divided; 1/2 teaspoon white pepper, divided; 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest; 2 (14 ounce) cans fat-free chicken broth; 1 (8 ounce) package fat free cream cheese, softened; 8 ounces dry fettuccine pasta, cooked according to pkg. directions; 1 fennel bulb, white part only (reserve tops for garnish); 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1/2 cup minced red bell pepper; 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1/2 cup chopped flat-leaf Italian parsley

Servings: persons

1 lb uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 minced garlic cloves, divided
1/2 teaspoon white pepper, divided
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 (14 ounce) cans fat-free chicken broth
1 (8 ounce) package fat free cream cheese, softened
8 ounces dry fettuccine pasta, cooked according to pkg. directions
1 fennel bulb, white part only (reserve tops for garnish)
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup minced red bell pepper
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup chopped flat-leaf Italian parsley

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["Combine shrimp, one clove garlic, 1/4 teaspoon white pepper, and the lemon zest in a plastic zip-top bag. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.", "Meanwhile, bring chicken broth, remaining garlic clove, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon white pepper to a boil over medium heat in a medium saucepan. Cook about 7 minutes, or until reduced by half.", "Reduce heat to low and stir in cream cheese, whisking to melt; do not boil. Add cooked fettuccini; stir, cover, and set aside.", "Leaving root end attached, slice fennel bulb lengthwise into 1/2"" slices; brush slices with oil.", "After heating skillet or grillpan over medium heat for 5 minutes, lightly coat with non-stick cooking spray.", "Grill fennel about 3 minutes per side, or until fennel has softened.", "Remove and keep warm.", "Grill the shrimp about 1 minute per side, or until done.", "Remove and keep warm.", "Place fettuccini with its sauce on a platter; top with fennel and shrimp; sprinkle with red pepper, Parmesan cheese and parsley.", "Garnish with reserved fennel fronds."]

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined, 2 minced garlic cloves, divided, 1/2 teaspoon white pepper, divided, 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest, and more.

Yes, Grilled Shrimp & Fennel Alfredo falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Grilled Shrimp & Fennel Alfredo

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