Creamy Garlic Shrimp Alfredo Penne with Cream Cheese

This creamy garlic shrimp Alfredo penne with cream cheese is a rich and indulgent pasta dish packed with juicy, seasoned shrimp and a velvety smooth sauce. The addition of cream cheese makes the Alfredo extra luscious, coating every bite of pasta perfectly.

Ingredients

12 oz penne pasta
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup chicken broth
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

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