Creamy Garlic Shrimp With Parmesan Recipe
Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of this delectable Creamy Garlic Shrimp with Parmesan recipe. Perfect for a special dinner or a cozy night in, this dish is sure to impress with its savory combination of garlic, shrimp, and parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Shrimp:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound shrimp, tails on or off
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, to taste
Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
- 1 1/2 cups reduced-fat cream
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare Shrimp: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season shrimp with salt and pepper, then fry for 1-2 minutes on each side until just cooked through and pink. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
- Make Sauce: Melt butter in the same skillet. Sauté garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Pour in white wine or broth and allow to reduce by half, scraping any bits off the pan’s bottom.
- Cook Sauce: Reduce heat to low-medium. Add cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Finish Dish: Add parmesan cheese to the sauce and let it gently simmer for another minute until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens. Return shrimp to the pan, sprinkle with parsley. Adjust salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve: Serve the creamy garlic shrimp over pasta, rice, or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 385 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 715mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 306mg
Keywords: Creamy Garlic Shrimp, Shrimp with Parmesan, Garlic Shrimp Recipe
