Description
Succulent “creamy garlic shrimp” offers Mediterranean coastal charm without leaving home kitchens. Delicate seafood nestles in rich, velvety sauce, promising restaurant-quality elegance you can savor with minimal cooking effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
Dairy and Fats:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Seasonings and Flavor Enhancers:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Warm a spacious skillet with olive oil over medium-high temperature, creating a sizzling surface for the seafood.
- Gently place shrimp into the hot pan, seasoning with salt and pepper, and cook until they transform into a delicate pink hue, approximately 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer the perfectly cooked shrimp to a separate plate.
- Using the same skillet, melt butter and introduce minced garlic, allowing its aromatic essence to permeate the kitchen within moments.
- Introduce chicken broth to the pan, carefully loosening any caramelized bits clinging to the bottom, which will enhance the sauce’s depth of flavor.
- Lower the heat and blend heavy cream, grated Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes into a luxurious, velvety mixture. Stir continuously until the sauce reaches a desirable consistency.
- Reintegrate the shrimp into the creamy concoction, ensuring each morsel is generously coated and heated through for an additional 2 minutes.
- Finish the dish with a bright splash of lemon juice and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, adjusting the seasoning to personal preference.
- Present the succulent shrimp immediately atop pasta, fluffy rice, or alongside crusty artisan bread for a complete, tantalizing meal.
Notes
- Quickly sear shrimp on high heat to lock in juicy flavors and prevent rubbery texture.
- Use fresh garlic for maximum aromatic intensity and depth of flavor in the sauce.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to control heat level, making the dish mild or spicy based on personal preference.
- Choose gluten-free pasta or cauliflower rice for a low-carb alternative that keeps the dish diet-friendly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 496
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 630mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 260mg