Creamy Garlic Shrimp
Creamy Garlic Shrimp is a luxurious dish that combines plump shrimp with a velvety garlic cream sauce, making it an ideal choice for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. In just 15 minutes, you can impress your guests with this rich and flavorful meal that pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or crusty bread. Enjoy the delightful crunch of sautéed shrimp enveloped in a savory sauce that promises to make your taste buds dance.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp (deveined and peeled)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ¼ cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your cooking area by gathering all ingredients.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until pink and opaque.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Reduce heat slightly, pour in heavy cream, and let bubble gently for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
- Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well, then sprinkle with chopped parsley.
- Serve immediately over pasta or rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider incorporating spinach or swapping shrimp for chicken. Adjust the spice level with red pepper flakes if desired.