Shrimp and Gnocchi with Garlic Parmesan Cream Sauce
User Reviews
4.9
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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 servings
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Course
Main Course
Shrimp and Gnocchi with Garlic Parmesan Cream Sauce
Description
Shrimp and Gnocchi with Garlic Parmesan Cream Sauce brings together tender gnocchi cooked to soft perfection and shrimp sautéed to a delicate pink. The cream sauce begins with butter and garlic for aroma, then a light roux thickens the mixture. Adding chicken broth, dried thyme, and basil infuses the sauce with subtle herbal notes. Half and half enriches the texture, while freshly grated Parmesan cheese lends a sharp, savory finish. The sauce clings nicely to the gnocchi and shrimp, creating a harmonious dish.
This meal serves well as a filling dinner or a special weeknight option when comfort and flavor are desired. Garnishing with fresh parsley provides a contrast in color and a gentle herbaceous note.
For substitutions, half and half can be replicated by blending milk and cream as noted. Adjust seasoning to taste. Serve immediately to keep the gnocchi tender and shrimp succulent.
Ingredients
- 1 (16-ounce) package gnocchi
- 2 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 1 pound Shrimp peeled and deveined, medium
- salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons parsley chopped fresh leaves
For the garlic parmesan cream sauce
- ¼ cup butter unsalted
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chicken broth or more, as needed
- 1 teaspoon thyme dried
- ½ teaspoon basil dried
- ½ cup half and half
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
- salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
Instructions
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook gnocchi according to package instructions; drain well.
- Melt butter in a large cast iron skillet over medium high heat. Working in batches, add shrimp, salt and pepper, to taste. Cook, stirring occasionally, until pink, about 2-3 minutes; set aside.
- To make the garlic parmesan cream sauce, melt butter in the skillet over medium heat. Add garlic, and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Whisk in flour until lightly browned, about 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth, thyme and basil. Cook, whisking constantly, until incorporated, about 1-2 minutes. Stir in half and half and Parmesan until slightly thickened, about 1-2 minutes. If the mixture is too thick, add more half and half as needed; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Stir in shrimp and gnocchi, and gently toss to combine.
- Serve immediately, garnished with parsley, if desired.
Notes
- Half and half is a mix of whole milk and cream; you can substitute with 3/4 cup whole milk plus 1/4 cup heavy cream or 2/3 cup skim milk plus 1/3 cup heavy cream.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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