Description
Easy Creamy Garlic Shrimp is a quick and flavorful seafood dish that comes together in just 15 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe features succulent shrimp coated in a rich, creamy garlic sauce, making it an impressive yet effortless meal that is guaranteed to delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Start by peeling and deveining the shrimp if they are not prepped. Rinse them under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper to enhance the natural flavors.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it. Pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly to prevent curdling. Lower the heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until it slightly thickens.
- Add the cooked shrimp back into the skillet, tossing to coat evenly with the creamy garlic sauce. Cook for another minute to heat through. Garnish with chopped parsley for a fresh look.
Notes
- Replace heavy cream with coconut cream for a dairy-free version.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for some heat.
- Use fresh herbs like basil or cilantro for extra freshness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 310 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 170mg