Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of creamy garlic shrimp, a dish that brings together succulent shrimp, aromatic garlic, and a luxurious cream sauce. Perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself, this recipe is both quick and simple, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. With just 30 minutes to prepare, you’ll be savoring every mouthful in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, raw and peeled
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the shrimp under cool water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbly. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Pour in heavy cream while scraping any bits off the bottom of the pan. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet along with chopped parsley. Gently stir for another 1-2 minutes until heated through; season with salt and pepper as desired.
- Serve over pasta or rice, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating fresh herbs like thyme or a splash of white wine into the sauce. To lighten up the dish, substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt or low-fat cream.