Creamy Tuscan Butter Shrimp
Rich, creamy, and packed with flavor, this Creamy Garlic Tuscan Shrimp recipe is a quick and easy dinner that’s sure to impress! Loaded with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and basil, this dish is perfect served over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up all the delicious sauce.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon flour
- 1 tablespoon garlic minced
- 1 pound shrimp or prawns tails on or off
- 1 cup heavy/whipping cream
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomato strips in oil drained
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 1-2 cups packed fresh baby spinach
- Fresh basil cut into thin strips
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Stir in the flour and cook for about a minute until smooth.
- Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in the cream, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, and sun-dried tomatoes. Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes. Lower the heat if it starts bubbling too much.
- Add the shrimp and cook for about 4 minutes, until they’re cooked through and the sauce thickens slightly. Be careful not to overcook the shrimp.
- Add the Parmesan, spinach and basil, and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately. For extra flavor, squeeze some lemon juice on top or sprinkle with grated parmesan if desired.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Be sure to refrigerate leftovers promptly—don’t leave them out too long. Freezing isn’t recommended since the cream sauce won’t hold up. To reheat, warm slowly in a saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally to keep the sauce from separating.
Nutrition
Calories: 398kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Cholesterol: 384mg | Sodium: 979mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g