Best 6 Shells And Shrimp With Spinach Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with our delectable Shells and Shrimp with Spinach recipe, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This dish is a harmonious blend of tender pasta shells, succulent shrimp, and vibrant spinach, all enveloped in a creamy and flavorful sauce. Each bite is a delightful dance of textures and tastes, leaving you craving more.

In addition to the main recipe, we also offer a collection of equally enticing variations to suit your preferences and dietary needs. Discover the delightful Shells and Shrimp with Vodka Sauce, a dish that adds a touch of sophistication with its rich and flavorful vodka-infused sauce. For a vegetarian delight, try our Shells and Spinach Alfredo, a creamy and comforting pasta dish that showcases the earthy flavors of spinach. And for those seeking a lighter option, our Shells and Shrimp Scampi is a delightful choice, featuring a zesty and aromatic sauce that perfectly complements the delicate flavors of shrimp.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY ONE-POT SPINACH SHRIMP PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY



Creamy One-pot Spinach Shrimp Pasta Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: shrimp, olive oil, butter, garlic, salt, pepper, milk, chicken broth, fettuccine pasta, spinach, salt, pepper, italian seasoning, grated parmesan cheese

Provided by Hitomi Aihara

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 ½ cups milk
1 ½ cups chicken broth
8 oz fettuccine pasta
4 cups spinach
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
½ teaspoon italian seasoning
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese, extra to garnish

Steps:

  • In a heated pot, melt butter and olive oil. Add garlic and shrimp, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • Cook until shrimp is pink, then put aside.
  • In the same pot, add milk, broth, and pasta.
  • Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, so that the pasta does not stick to each other.
  • Once pasta is al dente, add in spinach, salt, pepper, seasoning, and cheese, and mix until spinach is wilted and everything is coated in the sauce.
  • Add the shrimp back in and give it a stir until fully incorporated.
  • Serve with some extra parmesan cheese, if desired.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 630 calories, Carbohydrate 61 grams, Fat 26 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 34 grams, Sugar 7 grams

CREAMY PARMESAN AND SPINACH SHRIMP



Creamy Parmesan and Spinach Shrimp image

Protein rich shrimp are pan seared then tossed with a creamy spinach sauce that's perfectly flavored with fresh garlic and rich parmesan. Then finish it off with a bed of pasta and steamed or roasted asparagus or broccoli to complete the meal.

Provided by Jaclyn

Categories     Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/4 lbs extra large shrimp (21/25), (peeled and deveined)
1 tsp dried basil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 Tbsp butter, (divided)
1 Tbsp minced garlic ((3 cloves))
3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 Tbsp chicken broth
3 oz baby spinach, (chopped (2 packed cups))
1/2 cup (1.5 oz) shredded parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Sprinkle shrimp with basil, season lightly with salt and pepper and toss.
  • Melt 1 Tbsp butter in a 12-inch non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add shrimp in a single layer and cook until bottom is pink, then flip and cook opposite side of shrimp until cooked through and pink, about 3 minutes total.
  • Transfer shrimp to a plate then melt remaining 1 Tbsp butter in same skillet over medium heat.
  • Add garlic and saute until just lightly golden brown, about 30 seconds then pour in chicken broth.
  • Add spinach and stir and cook until it starts to wilt, about 1 minute.
  • Stir in cream and cornstarch mixture and cook, stirring constantly, until mixture starts to simmer and thicken slightly, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir in parmesan cheese and cook until cheese has melted, season lightly with salt if needed.
  • Remove from heat and toss in shrimp. Serve over spaghetti or spaghetti squash if desired.
  • Recipe source: Cooking Classy

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 33 g, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Cholesterol 420 mg, Sodium 487 mg, ServingSize 1 serving

ONE-POT GARLICKY SHRIMP & SPINACH



One-Pot Garlicky Shrimp & Spinach image

Shrimp, spinach and garlic brown and cook quickly for a simple one-pot weeknight dinner. A fast pan sauce gets life from zesty lemon juice, warm crushed red pepper and herby parsley. Serve with a slice of whole-wheat baguette to swipe up every last drop of sauce.

Provided by Carolyn Casner

Categories     Healthy Shrimp Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
6 medium cloves garlic, sliced, divided
1 pound spinach
¼ teaspoon salt plus 1/8 teaspoon, divided
1 ½ teaspoons lemon zest
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 pound shrimp (21-30 count), peeled and deveined
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add half the garlic and cook until beginning to brown, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add spinach and 1/4 teaspoon salt and toss to coat.
  • Cook, stirring once or twice, until mostly wilted, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice. Transfer to a bowl and keep warm.
  • Increase heat to medium-high and add the remaining 2 tablespoons oil to the pot. Add the remaining garlic and cook until beginning to brown, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add shrimp, crushed red pepper and the remaining 1/8 teaspoon salt; cook, stirring, until the shrimp are just cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes more.
  • Serve the shrimp over the spinach, sprinkled with lemon zest and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6.1 g, Cholesterol 182.6 mg, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 26.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 444 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

SAUTEED SHRIMP WITH SPINACH



Sauteed Shrimp with Spinach image

Savory shrimp and fresh baby spinach fried with granulated garlic powder and black pepper powder.

Provided by adrian

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Stir-Fry     Shrimp

Time 17m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 ½ cups fresh baby spinach
1 ½ teaspoons granulated garlic powder
20 frozen shrimp, thawed
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed

Steps:

  • Place spinach in a large bowl; sprinkle with garlic powder and toss. Place shrimp in a bowl; sprinkle with black pepper and toss.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp; cook and stir until bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, about 5 minutes. Add spinach, cook and stir until just wilted, about 1 minute.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151.7 calories, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 152.1 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 17.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 193.6 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

SHRIMP 'N' SHELLS SALAD



Shrimp 'n' Shells Salad image

"I received this recipe from a friend," explains Heather Richardson. "It can even be served as a light dinner with toasted garlic bread." The St. Paul, Virginia reader serves the low-fat salad on a bed of fresh greens.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 ounces uncooked small pasta shells
1 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup buttermilk
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/4 cup diced pimientos
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
2 green onions, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, for dressing, combine the mayonnaise, cheese, buttermilk, onion, parsley, basil, salt and pepper in a blender or food processor; cover and process until blended., Drain the pasta and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, shrimp, peas, pimientos, tomato and onions. Add dressing and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 477mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CREAMY SEAFOOD-STUFFED SHELLS



Creamy Seafood-Stuffed Shells image

Inspired by my love of lasagna, pasta shells and seafood, I created this recipe that's easy to make but special enough to serve company. I serve it with garlic bread and a salad. -Katie P. Sloan, Charlotte, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

24 uncooked jumbo pasta shells
1 tablespoon finely chopped green pepper
1 tablespoon chopped red onion
1 teaspoon plus 1/4 cup butter, divided
2 cans (6 ounces each) lump crabmeat, drained
1 package (5 ounces) frozen cooked salad shrimp, thawed
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons plus 4 cups 2% milk, divided
1-1/2 teaspoons seafood seasoning, divided
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1-1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a small skillet, saute green pepper and onion in 1 teaspoon butter until tender; set aside., In a large bowl, combine crab, shrimp, egg, mozzarella cheese, mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons milk, 1 teaspoon seafood seasoning, pepper and green pepper mixture., Preheat oven to 350°. Drain and rinse pasta; stuff each shell with 1 rounded tablespoon of seafood mixture. Place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. , In a small saucepan, melt remaining butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and coarsely ground pepper; gradually whisk in remaining milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in Parmesan cheese., Pour over stuffed shells. Sprinkle with remaining seafood seasoning. Bake, uncovered, 30-35 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448 calories, Fat 23g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 148mg cholesterol, Sodium 710mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh seafood, vegetables, and herbs will give your dish the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the seafood: Shrimp and scallops cook quickly, so be careful not to overcook them or they will become tough.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: Feel free to add other vegetables to this dish, such as zucchini, bell peppers, or mushrooms.
  • Season to taste: Be sure to taste the dish before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed.
  • Serve with a side of bread or rice: This dish is delicious served with a side of bread or rice to soak up the sauce.

Conclusion:

This Shells and Shrimp with Spinach recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy seafood recipe, give this one a try.

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