Creamy Tuscan Garlic Shrimp
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 People
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Calories
532 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
Italian, American, Italian-American Fussion
Creamy Tuscan Garlic Shrimp
Description
This recipe starts by sautéing shrimp and minced garlic in olive oil until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through. The shrimp are set aside while the sauce is prepared by whisking together heavy cream, chicken broth, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and Parmesan cheese over medium heat until it thickens slightly. Fresh chopped spinach and sun-dried tomatoes are added to the sauce and simmered until the spinach wilts, integrating some color and texture.
The cooked shrimp are returned to the skillet to combine evenly with the creamy sauce. The sauce's richness complements the tender shrimp and adds savory, cheesy depth, balanced by the tartness of sun-dried tomatoes and the earthy note of spinach. The garlic and Italian seasonings give a mild aromatic touch without being overpowering.
This dish pairs well with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the sauce. It makes for an indulgent but approachable meal featuring seafood and creamy comfort. Timing the shrimp cooking and sauce preparation ensures the shrimp remain tender and juicy.
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds Shrimp peeled and deveined, large
- 3 garlic minced, cloves
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese
- 1 cup spinach chopped
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes
Instructions
- In a large skillet add olive oil and cook the shrimp and garlic on medium high heat for 2-3 minutes or until pink. Remove shrimp and set aside on a plate.
- Add the heavy cream, chicken broth, garlic powder, italian seasoning, and parmesan cheese. Whisk over medium high heat until it starts to thicken.
- Add the spinach and sundried tomatoes and let it simmer until the spinach starts to wilt.
- Add the shrimp back to the pan and serve over pasta if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4People
Amount Per Serving
Calories 532 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 532kcal | 27% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 43g | 86% |
| Fat | 35g | 54% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Cholesterol | 519mg | 173% |
| Sodium | 1693mg | 71% |
| Potassium | 747mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 1795IU | 36% |
| Vitamin C | 17.6mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 468mg | 47% |
| Iron | 5.4mg | 30% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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