Servings: 4–6
Time: 40–45 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
⭐ Ingredients
For the Shrimp
400–500 g large shrimp, peeled & deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon lemon juice
For the Alfredo Sauce
3 tablespoons butter
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons flour
2 cups heavy cream OR 1 cup cream + 1 cup milk
1 cup chicken broth (optional for thinner sauce)
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup mozzarella cheese
Salt & pepper to taste
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon Italian herbs (optional)
For the Casserole
250–300 g pasta (penne, macaroni, rigatoni, fettuccine, etc.)
1–2 cups shredded mozzarella (for topping)
Fresh parsley for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions
- Cook the pasta
Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (still slightly firm).
Drain and set aside — don’t overcook because it will continue cooking in the oven.
- Season and cook the shrimp
- Mix shrimp with:
Olive oil
Paprika
Salt
Black pepper
Garlic powder
Lemon juice
- Heat a pan over medium-high heat.
- Cook shrimp 1–2 minutes per side until pink and lightly golden.
Remove and set aside (don’t overcook).
- Make the creamy Alfredo sauce
- In the same pan, melt butter.
- Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Add the flour and whisk for 30 seconds to create a roux.
- Pour in heavy cream (and broth if using).
- Stir continuously until the sauce thickens.
- Add:
Parmesan cheese
Mozzarella
Paprika
Black pepper
Salt
- Simmer 2–3 minutes until creamy.
Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Combine pasta + sauce
Add cooked pasta into the sauce.
Mix until every piece is coated in creamy Alfredo.
- Assemble the casserole
- Pour the creamy pasta into a baking dish.
- Add half of the cooked shrimp and mix gently.
- Top with:
Remaining shrimp (arrange them nicely like in the photo)
A generous layer of mozzarella
- Bake
Bake at 190°C (375°F) for 15–20 minutes, until:
⭐ the top is golden
⭐ cheese is bubbling
⭐ shrimp slightly browned
You’ll get the same crispy-cheesy edges shown in the image.
- Garnish & serve
Sprinkle fresh parsley on top.
Serve hot with:
Garlic bread
Salad
White rice
Roasted vegetables
🌟 Tips For a Perfect Shrimp Alfredo Bake
✔ Don’t overcook the shrimp
They finish cooking in the oven, so sear lightly.
✔ Use freshly grated cheese
Melts smoother than packaged cheese.
✔ Add chicken broth only if you want a thinner sauce
The casserole becomes thicker as it bakes.
✔ Broil for 2 minutes
This makes the top ultra-golden and bubbly like the photo.
🍽 Variations
🔥 Spicy Version
Add chili flakes
Add ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
🥓 Shrimp & Bacon Bake
Add crispy bacon pieces for extra richness.
🧀 Extra Cheesy Version
Use a mix of cheddar + mozzarella + parmesan.
🥦 Veggie Add-ins
Broccoli
Spinach
Mushrooms
Peas