Description
This creamy garlic shrimp recipe features succulent large shrimp cooked in a rich and flavorful garlic butter sauce with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a perfect quick and elegant meal served over rice, pasta, or with crusty bread.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Seasoning
- 1 pound large shrimp
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: Peel and devein the shrimp, then pat them dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture ensuring even cooking.
- Melt Butter: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat to create the base for the garlic sauce.
- Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Cook Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and are cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside to prevent overcooking.
- Simmer Cream: Pour the heavy cream into the skillet and gently bring it to a simmer to start forming the sauce.
- Add Cheese and Seasoning: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until the cheese has melted completely and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Toss Shrimp in Sauce: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and gently toss to coat them evenly in the creamy garlic sauce.
- Heat Through: Let the shrimp simmer in the sauce for an additional 1-2 minutes to ensure they are warmed through and flavors meld together.
- Garnish: Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the shrimp before serving to add freshness and color.
- Serve: Serve the creamy garlic shrimp hot over rice, pasta, or with crusty bread for a satisfying meal.
- Enjoy: Enjoy your delicious creamy garlic shrimp with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Make sure not to overcook the shrimp to keep them tender and juicy.
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version, though the sauce will be less rich.
- For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when sautéing the garlic.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best flavor and smoothest sauce.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with garlic bread or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
