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Creamy Garlic Shrimp

Creamy Garlic Shrimp: Your New Favorite Weeknight Delight

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Indulge in Creamy Garlic Shrimp, a quick and delicious dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp fresh or frozen, fully thawed
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3-4 cloves fresh minced garlic avoid pre-minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream can substitute with half-and-half
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth can use vegetable broth for seafood focus
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese optional for flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional for heat
For the Garnish
  • 1 handful fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes, watching for light foam.
  2. Sauté the minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant and lightly golden.
  3. Cook the shrimp in the skillet for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
  4. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring and simmering for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
  5. Add Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes, stirring until melted and smooth.
  6. Combine the shrimp back into the skillet, cooking for an additional minute.
  7. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately over pasta, rice, or with bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 25gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 22gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 250mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure shrimp is not overcooked. Fresh garlic adds depth to flavor. Adjust seasoning as needed.

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