Description
This Creamy Garlic Shrimp recipe features tender, perfectly cooked shrimp coated in a rich and luscious garlic Parmesan sauce. Ready in just 15 minutes, this dish is ideal for a quick yet impressive dinner, pairing beautifully with pasta, rice, or crusty bread.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp Seasoning
- 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Cooking
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce
- ½ cup chicken broth (or white wine)
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the Shrimp: In a bowl, toss the peeled and deveined shrimp with paprika, salt, and black pepper until they are evenly coated, ensuring a flavorful base for cooking.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque. Once cooked, remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside to keep warm.
- Sauté Garlic: Reduce heat to medium and add the unsalted butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Simmer Broth: Pour in the chicken broth (or white wine) into the skillet and allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes to slightly reduce and concentrate the flavors.
- Make Cream Sauce: Stir in the heavy cream, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes (if using). Let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes until it thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Combine Shrimp and Sauce: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, tossing them gently in the creamy garlic sauce. Heat everything together for another 2 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately. This dish pairs wonderfully with pasta, rice, or crusty bread for a complete meal.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken broth with dry white wine for an added depth of flavor.
- For a lighter sauce, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Adjust red pepper flakes according to your preferred spice level or omit if you want a milder dish.
- Ensure shrimp are not overcooked to keep them tender and juicy.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the creamy sauce at its best texture.
