Description
This Juicy Mouthwatering Delicious Creamy Garlic Shrimp recipe features tender shrimp cooked in a rich and velvety garlic-infused cream sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish combines the flavors of garlic, Parmesan, and a hint of lemon for a luxurious seafood meal that’s quick and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)
For Cooking
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
Sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken broth or dry white wine
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare and Season Shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Season them evenly with salt, black pepper, and paprika if using, ensuring each shrimp is well coated.
- Cook Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1–2 minutes on each side until they turn pink and are just cooked through. Avoid overcooking to maintain juiciness. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: Lower the heat to medium and add the unsalted butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned, intensifying the garlic flavor in the dish.
- Deglaze Pan: Pour in the chicken broth or dry white wine, scraping the bottom of the skillet to loosen any browned bits. Allow it to simmer gently for 2–3 minutes, concentrating the flavors and reducing the liquid slightly.
- Add Cream and Cheese: Stir in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Add the grated Parmesan cheese and lemon juice, stirring continuously until the sauce becomes creamy and smooth.
- Combine Shrimp and Sauce: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, stirring to coat them evenly in the creamy sauce. Cook for another 1–2 minutes to heat through and meld the flavors together.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
Notes
- Serve over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread for a complete meal.
- For added flavor, sprinkle with red pepper flakes or lemon zest.
- Do not overcook shrimp; they should be just opaque for the best texture.
- Use dry white wine for a slightly sharper flavor or chicken broth for a milder taste.
- Fresh garlic is essential; avoid pre-minced garlic for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 250mg
