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Super Simple White Wine Shrimp Pasta

By Susie Weinrich · Date Apr 11, 2024· 8 Comments · May contain affiliate links.

a skillet of pasta with shrimp in a white wine garlic sauce, with lemon wedges on the side.
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A very light but SUPER flavorful and SUPER easy White Wine Shrimp Pasta recipe that comes together in about 20 minutes. Shrimp cooks in a white wine, garlic, butter sauce that is laced with a little lemon zest and juice. Then it is tossed with pasta for an excellent dinner.

a skillet with white wine garlic shrimp pasta

This makes a great dinner when it is warmer outside in the Spring and Summer. Add a Caesar Salad or a Big Ol’ Italian Salad and some garlic bread, dinner can be served al fresco (outside).

This is a dinner version of the Garlic Butter Shrimp appetizer!

Ingredient Details

Shrimp- choose a large sized raw shrimp that is peeled and deveined. This will be around 21-35 shrimp per pound. Whether you buy tail on or tail off is totally up to your personal preference.

White Wine- a dry crisp white wine is perfect for the sauce. I like to use a chardonnay or pinot grigio, something under $10 is perfect.

Freezing White Wine

Did you know you can freeze white wine to use in cooking and baking!? I like to buy the aseptic containers (small boxes) of wine, like Bota Box. Use the portion you need, then pop the cap back on and put it in the freezer.

If you buy the wine in a glass bottle, transfer to a freezer safe container.

It will freeze into a slushy consistency. Just squeeze the box and pour out what you need. You can give it a quick zap in the microwave to bring it back to a liquid state.

Once you freeze white wine it should just be used for cooking and baking, not drinking. It will be good in the freezer for up to 6 months.

Salted Butter- adds some weight and flavor to the sauce, and helps the sauce cling to the pasta. If you use unsalted butter, add an extra pinch of kosher salt to the sauce.

ingredients for white wine shrimp pasta  on a table

Garlic, Kosher Salt, Black Pepper and Red Pepper Flakes- enhances and flavors the shrimp, sauce and pasta.

Pasta- for this White Wine Shrimp Pasta I like to use a spaghetti, but really you can use any pasta shape you like! As always cook your pasta in WELL salted boiling water, to al dente.

Lemon- you will use the zest and juice of the lemon. Make sure you wash the lemon and then use a microplane or zester to remove the bright lemon peel (tons of flavor), then cut the lemon in half to use the juice in the pasta.

Tips for Thawing Frozen Shrimp

There are two ways to thaw frozen shrimp:

  1. Overnight : Place the shrimp in a bowl, even if it is still in it’s packaging it could leech liquid as it thaws. Set it in the fridge overnight.
  2. Quick Thaw : Place the frozen shrimp in a zip lock baggie (or keep in original sealed container) and place in a bowl of cool water for 10-15 minutes. Change the water as needed until the shrimp is thawed.

Step by Step

This recipe comes together really quickly, so I HIGHLY RECCOMEND that you do some prep before getting started: Set the salted water on to boil, cut the butter into tablespoon pieces, measure the wine, chop the garlic.

  1. Cook the Pasta
  2. While you cook the shrimp and the sauce, go ahead and cook the pasta in boiling water to al dente, per package instructions.

  3. Season the Shrimp
  4. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and then transfer to a bowl. Season well with kosher salt, black pepper and red pepper flakes.

  5. Sauté Shrimp and Garlic
  6. In a large skillet over medium heat add the 2 tbsp. butter. Once melted add the garlic and seasoned shrimp, sauté for 1 minute.

    a skillet with garlic, shrimp and butter
  7. Add Wine and Lemon Zest
  8. Flip the shrimp over once and then carefully pour in the wine and zest the lemon right over top of the shrimp. Sauté for 2 minutes.

  9. Add Butter and Pasta.
  10. Add the remaining butter and simmer another 1 minute. Remove from the heat and squeeze some lemon juice over the shrimp and sauce.

    a skillet with shrimp, white wine, garlic and extra butter melting around the pan

    Add the pasta and toss to coat with the sauce. Taste for additional seasoning.

    skillet of spaghetti with shrimp and a white wine garlic sauce, two serving spoons and lemon wedges set on top

Serving

This White Wine Shrimp Pasta is excellent served with a side salad and warm soft garlic bread . Here are 3 salads that pair perfectly with this dinner:

  • drizzling warm balsamic dressing over greens
    Perfect Side Dish Salad
  • close photo of romaine caesar salad with dressing being spooned on
    Ceasar Dressing Recipe No Anchovies
  • Italian Salad recipe on a platter with serving spoons
    Big ‘ol Italian Salad

More Pasta & Shrimp Dinner Recipes

  • Shrimp Carbonara on a platter with parsley garnish
    Shrimp Carbonara
  • Mediterranean Shrimp Skillet with two crostini
    Mediterranean Shrimp Skillet
  • linguine with shrimp and lemons in a sauté pan
    Shrimp Scampi Linguine
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skillet of spaghetti with shrimp and a white wine garlic sauce, two serving spoons and lemon wedges set on top

White Wine Shrimp Pasta Recipe

A very light but SUPER flavorful and SUPER easy White Wine Shrimp Pasta recipe that comes together in about 20 minutes.
Shrimp cooks in a white wine, garlic, butter sauce that is laced with a little lemon flavor. Then it is tossed with pasta for an excellent dinner.
4.75 from 4 votes
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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes minutes
Servings: 4 people
Author: Susie Weinrich

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Microplane or zester

Ingredients

  • 12 oz cooked pasta - – spaghetti, linguine or penne is great
  • 1 lb. large shrimp - peeled & deveined, 21-30 per pound
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • red pepper flakes
  • 4 garlic cloves - minced
  • ½ cup white wine chardonnay or pinot grigio
  • 5 tbsp. butter - divided -cut into tablespoon portions
  • 1 lemon - – zest and juice
  • 2 tablespoon chopped parsley

Instructions
 

  • This recipe comes together really quickly, so I HIGHLY RECCOMEND that you do some prep before getting started: Set the salted water on to boil, cut the butter into tablespoon pieces and unwrap, measure the wine, and chop the garlic.
  • Boil salted water and cook your pasta while you make the shrimp and sauce.
    12 oz cooked pasta
  • Pat the shrimp dry. Then in a bowl combine the shrimp, kosher salt, pepper and a pinch or two of red pepper flakes.
    1 lb. large shrimp, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, red pepper flakes
  • In a large skillet over medium heat add the 2 tbsp. butter. Once melted add the garlic and seasoned shrimp, sauté for 1 minute. (don't let the garlic brown)
    4 garlic cloves
  • Flip the shrimp to the other side. Pour in the wine and zest the lemon right over the shrimp. Simmer for 2 minutes.
    ½ cup white wine chardonnay or pinot grigio
  • Add in the remaining 3 tablespoon butter and let melt into the sauce, stirring occasionally for 1 minute.
  • Remove from the heat and lightly squeeze a little lemon juice over top.
  • Add the pasta and toss with tongs to coat with the white wine butter sauce.
  • Sprinkle with chopped parsley and taste for seasoning (extra lemon, salt, pepper or red pepper flakes).
    2 tablespoon chopped parsley

Recipe Tips and Notes:

 
MORE RECIPES: This is the pasta dinner version of Garlic Butter Shrimp Appetizer. 
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  1. Jeni Shoemate says

    June 01, 2025 at 6:22 pm

    4 stars
    This recipe was a hit, I included chopped broccoli and sliced baby bellas. This was perfect!

    Reply
    • Melissa Torres says

      June 01, 2025 at 7:00 pm

      Love the additions – perfect to use up what’s on hand. Glad you shared!

      Reply
    • Susie Weinrich says

      June 09, 2025 at 6:28 am

      LOVE mushrooms in any kind of wine/garlic sauce. Great variation 👏

      Reply
  2. Laura Carpenter says

    May 12, 2025 at 9:20 pm

    5 stars
    Simple to make and super tasty!

    Reply
  3. Joe Driscoll says

    March 21, 2025 at 10:52 pm

    I made the pasta with shrimp. It was good to have everything measured out because it cooks fast. Thank you for getting back to me. Enjoyed the meal with a lady friend.

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    • Susie Weinrich says

      March 22, 2025 at 9:23 am

      Wonderful! I bet your friend was impressed!

      Reply
  4. Lynda Muransky says

    January 25, 2025 at 7:42 am

    5 stars
    I recently made this for 2 and it was fabulous! The shrimp I had on hand was L rather than XL, so I removed it after 2 minutes cooking in order not to overcook it…then added it back at the end. I especially liked how the cooked pasta absorbed the flavor of the sauce. This is my menu choice for a dinner party I’m hosting this coming weekend.

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    • Susie Weinrich says

      January 26, 2025 at 9:20 am

      Wonderful! I always love food that is cooked with red or white wine. It adds such a delish flavor.

      Reply
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