Tomato Spinach Shrimp Pasta
- 8 ounces uncooked spaghetti
- 1 pound uncooked shrimp (31-40/pound size), thawed, peeled, and tails removed if desired
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 10 ounces grape tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup chicken broth
- ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 cups (packed) fresh baby spinach
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the spaghetti al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in the halved grape tomatoes, chicken broth, and Italian seasoning. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes soften and release their juices.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet, followed by the spinach. Reduce the heat to medium and cook for another 5 minutes until the shrimp are pink and cooked through and the spinach is wilted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss the mixture with the cooked spaghetti until well combined. Add reserved hot pasta water if more sauce is needed.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan or fresh herbs if desired.