Easy Creamy Garlic Shrimp
A luscious and creamy garlic shrimp dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights and special gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant.
- Toss in the shrimp and cook until they turn pink, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Slowly pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Allow the sauce to thicken slightly, cooking for about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving over pasta or rice.
Notes
Feel free to swap fresh ingredients for frozen ones; just thaw before cooking. Consider adding lemon juice or spinach for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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