Creamy Garlic Shrimp
This Creamy Garlic Shrimp is a quick and easy recipe featuring tender, juicy shrimp coated in a rich, flavorful garlic cream sauce. Perfect for serving over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread, this dish is ideal for a comforting weeknight dinner or a special occasion meal.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 6 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup low sodium chicken broth
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- ¼ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
- ½ cup parmesan cheese freshly grated
- 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish
- Lemon wedges optional, for serving
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring, until fragrant.
- Pour in the broth and let the liquid simmer and reduce by half.
- Lower the heat to medium-low and pour in the heavy cream.
- Stir occasionally and let it gently simmer.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the Parmesan cheese and let the sauce simmer for another minute, stirring until the cheese melts.
- Add the shrimp to the pan and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste the sauce and adjust salt and pepper to your liking.
- Finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side for that extra burst of flavor.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, gently warm it in a skillet over low heat, stirring occasionally. Add a splash of broth or cream to loosen the sauce if needed. Avoid overheating to keep the shrimp tender.
Nutrition
Calories: 518kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Cholesterol: 301mg | Sodium: 508mg | Sugar: 1g