A quick and flavorful one-pot shrimp linguine made with garlic, cherry tomatoes, and tender shrimp—creamy, cozy, and ready in under 30 minutes. Inspired by Meghan Markle’s viral pasta but with a seafood twist.
If you’ve been online at all lately, you’ve probably heard about Meghan Markle’s now-iconic one-pot pasta. And listen—I love a royal recipe moment as much as the next girl, but you know I had to remix it and make it my own. So, I grabbed some linguine, tossed in a generous helping of shrimp, and created a cozy, flavorful dish that comes together in one pot and under 30 minutes. You already know I’m about ease, flavor, and fewer dishes to clean.
This one-pot shrimp linguine is a weeknight hero. It’s rich, garlicky, a little spicy, and creamy without being heavy. It hits that perfect balance of comfort and elegance, which feels very on-brand for a duchess-inspired dinner, don’t you think?
I used pantry staples—think linguine, garlic, cherry tomatoes, and crushed red pepper—plus a handful of frozen shrimp I always keep stocked for moments just like this. It’s the kind of recipe that feels luxurious without trying too hard. You toss everything into one pot, stir occasionally, and let the magic happen. The pasta soaks up all the garlicky, tomato-y, shrimp-infused broth, and the result is a silky, dreamy dish that tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant, but was actually made in your kitchen with a toddler on your hip and laundry in the dryer.
So if you’re craving something easy but impressive, this one’s for you. Inspired by royalty but made for real life.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- One pot, no stress, minimal clean-up
- Ready in under 30 minutes
- Full of flavor from garlic, tomatoes, shrimp, and a kiss of heat
- It’s a true “pantry to plate” meal—no fancy ingredients required
Whether you’re cooking for date night, meal prepping for the week, or just need a new dinner in your rotation that doesn’t require a million steps, this one-pot shrimp linguine is going to be a new go-to.
Grab the full recipe below and let me know if you try it—tag me on IG or drop a comment!
One-Pot Shrimp Linguine
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb linguine
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 shallot thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt plus more to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
- Handful of fresh basil leaves torn
Instructions
- In a large deep skillet or pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced shallots and sauté until translucent, about 2 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add cherry tomatoes, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Let the tomatoes break down and release their juices, about 5 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add linguine, gently pressing it down so it’s mostly submerged. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- When the pasta is about 2–3 minutes from being done, stir in the shrimp and spinach. Cook until shrimp is pink and opaque and spinach is wilted.
- Turn off the heat. Stir in Parmesan and fresh basil. Let sit for a minute or two for the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with extra Parmesan on top.
