Delicious Creamy Garlic Shrimp Ready in Just 15 Minutes

Creamy Garlic Shrimp is a quick and easy dish, perfect for busy weeknights, combining tender shrimp in a rich, creamy sauce.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Shrimp

1 lb Large Shrimp (peeled and deveined)

For the Sauce

1 tbsp Olive Oil Can substitute with butter
2 tbsp Unsalted Butter Adds a velvety texture
4 cloves Garlic (minced or pureed) Fresh garlic offers the best flavor
1 cup Heavy Cream Half-and-half can lighten things up
1/2 cup Chicken Broth or White Wine White wine adds a delicious zing
1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated) Pre-grated may not melt nicely
1 tsp Italian Seasoning Replace with dried basil or oregano as needed
1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Optional, adjust to your spice preference

For the Seasoning

1/2 tsp Black Pepper Adjust to taste
1/2 tsp Salt Customize to fit your palate

For Garnish

Fresh Parsley (chopped) Chives work beautifully as a substitute

Equipment

Large skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Pat dry the shrimp and combine with paprika, salt, and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté the shrimp until pink.
Melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
Add chicken broth or wine and let it reduce.
Stir in cream, parmesan, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
Return shrimp to skillet and coat them in the sauce.
Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 32gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 190mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 380mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve this dish over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

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