Description
Easy Creamy Garlic Shrimp is a delightful dish that combines succulent shrimp with a rich, velvety garlic cream sauce. It is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, serving as a fantastic meal whether over pasta or on its own.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Pasta of choice (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Introduce the shrimp to the pan, cooking until they turn pink and opaque, roughly 3-4 minutes.
- Continue to cook the shrimp until they are slightly browned and fully cooked. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until well combined.
- Pour the creamy mixture into the skillet, allowing it to meld with the shrimp and garlic.
- Gently fold the shrimp into the creamy sauce and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley, over a bed of pasta if desired.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Reheat gently on the stovetop and consider adding a splash of cream to restore the sauce’s consistency.
- This dish pairs well with garlic bread and a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 200mg