Creamy Garlic Shrimp
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
549 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Creamy Garlic Shrimp
Description
Creamy Garlic Shrimp brings together tender large shrimp and a silky sauce with depth from white wine and Parmesan cheese. The shrimp are cooked briefly in olive oil to develop a light sear, then set aside while the sauce is made by reducing white wine with garlic, followed by simmering with chicken broth and seasonings. Heavy cream and Parmesan are stirred in to create a smooth, luscious sauce. Fresh lemon juice added off heat brightens the flavor without curdling the cream. Parsley adds fresh herbal notes before serving.
This dish pairs well with various bases such as linguine, buttered noodles, mashed or roasted potatoes, or steamed rice, all of which benefit from the creamy sauce. It can be served as a main course or as a rich addition to a seafood spread.
To maintain the sauce's texture, ensure the pan is not too hot when adding cheese and lemon juice. Use freshly grated Parmesan for best melting and flavor. The recipe suggests using dry white wine varieties like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio, but chicken broth alone can be substituted. Store leftovers chilled up to three days; however, the cream-based sauce is best enjoyed fresh.
Ingredients
Shrimp
- 1 lb. Shrimp see notes, large, uncooked
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Sauce
- ½ cup white wine see notes, dry
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon mustard powder
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup Parmesan Cheese
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice fresh
- 3 tablespoons butter cold
- ¼ cup parsley freshly chopped
Instructions
Prepare the Shrimp
- Measure out ingredients before beginning. Thaw the shrimp completely and pat the surface dry. You may also need to remove the shell, tail, and veins.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for about 1 minute + 20 seconds per side. (Use a timer to avoid overcooking). Tilt the pan to transfer the shrimp onto a clean plate. Note that they’ll cook a little bit more as they sit, and again when added back to the sauce.
Make the Sauce
- Add the wine and garlic to the same skillet over medium heat. Bring it to a gentle bubble and let it reduce for 3-4 minutes, or until the liquid has reduced by half.
- Add the chicken broth, Italian seasoning, and mustard powder. Bring to a gentle boil and let it simmer for 6-7 minutes or so to thicken and concentrate the flavor. Reduce heat to low.
- Stir in the heavy cream, then stir in the Parmesan cheese until incorporated.
- Add the shrimp back to the skillet and let it heat through for 30 seconds. Add cold butter and tilt the pan to swirl the butter throughout the sauce until melted.
- Remove from heat and add the lemon juice. Garnish with parsley and serve! (See notes for pairing suggestions.)
Notes
- Reserve some pasta cooking water when serving with pasta to loosen the sauce if needed.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese to avoid grainy sauce texture caused by pre-grated cheese.
- Add lemon juice off heat to prevent cream from separating.
- Dry white wines such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio complement the sauce; chicken broth is an acceptable substitute.
- This sauce is best served fresh and is not ideal for freezing; store leftovers in an airtight container refrigerated up to 3 days.
- Large shrimp labeled 26/30 per pound are recommended; thaw and dry them thoroughly before cooking.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 549 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 549kcal | 27% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 43g | 66% |
| Saturated Fat | 23g | 115% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Trans Fat | 0.3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 289mg | 96% |
| Sodium | 658mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 444mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 1305IU | 26% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 295mg | 30% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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