Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Add the spaghetti or linguine to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.

Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and reserve about half a cup of the pasta water.

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, if using. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.

Pour in the white wine or chicken broth and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.

Finally, add the drained pasta to the skillet along with the reserved pasta water and chopped parsley. Toss everything together until well combined.