Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Shrimp Linguine
If you’re looking for an easy slow cooker shrimp pasta recipe that feels cozy, creamy, and restaurant-worthy, this Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Shrimp Linguine is a must-try. Made with tender shrimp, rich garlic butter sauce, Parmesan cheese, and perfectly cooked linguine, this comforting seafood dinner comes together with minimal prep and maximum flavor.
This easy slow cooker seafood pasta is perfect for busy weeknights when you want something satisfying without standing over the stove. Just add a handful of simple ingredients to the crockpot and let it do the work while you enjoy a stress-free evening.
Why You’ll Love This Slow Cooker Shrimp Linguine
Quick prep with simple pantry ingredients
Creamy garlic butter flavor everyone loves
Family-friendly and perfect for weeknight dinners
One-pot slow cooker meal with easy cleanup
Delicious seafood pasta without complicated steps
Serve this creamy garlic butter shrimp linguine straight from the slow cooker with extra Parmesan and fresh parsley. Pair it with a light green salad, roasted vegetables, or warm garlic bread to soak up the buttery sauce.
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
12 oz dry linguine pasta
1 lb raw medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
4 large garlic cloves, minced
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp kosher salt (adjust to taste)
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Directions:
Lightly grease the inside of your slow cooker to help prevent sticking.
Place the dry linguine in the slow cooker, breaking the noodles in half if needed so they fit evenly.
Pour the chicken broth over the pasta, making sure most noodles are moistened.
Sprinkle the minced garlic over the pasta, then add butter pieces, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
Arrange the raw shrimp in an even layer on top.
Cover and cook on HIGH for 1 hour. Stir gently to separate noodles and combine the sauce.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and creamy. Cook another 10–15 minutes if needed until pasta is tender.
Adjust seasoning to taste. Add a splash of broth or hot water if the sauce feels too thick.
Let sit on WARM for 5–10 minutes to thicken slightly before serving.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with extra buttery sauce spooned over the top.
Variations & Helpful Tips:
For a milder flavor, skip the red pepper flakes and reduce the garlic slightly.
Add baby spinach or frozen peas during the last 10 minutes for extra veggies.
Swap chicken broth with vegetable broth for a lighter seafood pasta option.
For an ultra-creamy slow cooker shrimp pasta, stir in a splash of heavy cream with the Parmesan.
Leftovers reheat best with a little broth or water to loosen the sauce.
