Description
Indulge in a quick and flavorful culinary experience with this Easy Creamy Garlic Shrimp recipe. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up succulent shrimp bathed in a rich, creamy garlic sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this dish pairs beautifully with pasta or crusty bread, making every bite an explosion of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp (deveined)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients: mince garlic, chop parsley, and thaw shrimp if frozen.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbly. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet in a single layer, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until pink and opaque, approximately 2-3 minutes per side.
- Pour in heavy cream, scraping any bits off the skillet’s bottom for added flavor. Stir continuously until slightly thickened, around 2-3 minutes.
- Mix in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Toss in chopped parsley and drizzle fresh lemon juice over the top.
- Serve hot over pasta or rice, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 250mg
Keywords: - For added depth of flavor, consider deglazing the pan with a splash of white wine before adding cream. - Substitute shrimp with scallops or chicken for a different protein option.