Description
This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Shrimp recipe features succulent shrimp cooked in a rich, garlicky, and cheesy sauce made with heavy cream and Parmesan. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a perfect quick and delicious dinner that combines bold flavors and creamy textures, garnished with fresh parsley for a bright finish.
Ingredients
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Shrimp
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Sauce
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- Make the Creamy Garlic Parmesan Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, taking care not to burn it.
- Simmer the Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and stir, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Add the Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes if using, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir continuously until the sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
- Combine Shrimp and Sauce: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat them thoroughly in the creamy sauce. Let them simmer together for another 2-3 minutes to heat the shrimp through and allow the sauce to thicken further.
- Serve: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for the best texture and flavor, but frozen shrimp, fully thawed, can be used as a substitute.
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to control the spice level.
- For a lower fat version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half, though the sauce may be less rich.
- Serve over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
- Make sure not to overcook the shrimp to keep them tender and juicy.
