Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Easy Creamy Garlic Shrimp, a delightful seafood dish that blends succulent shrimp with a luscious, creamy garlic sauce. Perfect for both quick weeknight dinners and special gatherings, this recipe will impress your loved ones with its simplicity and taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Start by melting the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Once the shrimp is cooked, pour in the heavy cream and mix well. Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until it melts and blends into a creamy sauce. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Transfer the Easy Creamy Garlic Shrimp onto a serving plate. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for added flavor and presentation. Serve immediately with your choice of pasta, rice, or crusty bread.
Notes
- Leftover Easy Creamy Garlic Shrimp can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- To reheat, simply warm it on the stovetop over low heat to maintain its creaminess.
- This dish pairs beautifully with spaghetti, rice pilaf, or a fresh Caesar salad.
- For a special touch, serve it with crusty garlic bread to soak up the creamy sauce!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 200mg