Creamy Garlic Shrimp
A rich and flavorful creamy garlic shrimp dish, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or for impressing guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the Pan: In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat.
- Sauté the Garlic: Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Cook the Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Serve with garlic bread or over pasta. Can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
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