Creamy Garlic Shrimp
A rich and flavorful dish featuring tender shrimp in a creamy garlic sauce, perfect for serving over rice, pasta, or with crusty bread.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley optional
Instructions
- Heat the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Season the shrimp with salt, pepper, and paprika, then add them to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and fully cooked, then remove the shrimp and set aside.
- Reduce heat to low and pour the heavy cream into the skillet. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning, whisking until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Add the cooked shrimp back into the skillet and toss them in the creamy garlic sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes to heat through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve immediately over rice, pasta, or with crusty bread.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream. Adjust seasoning to taste.