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Shrimp and Gnocchi with Garlic Parmesan Cream Sauce
4.9 from 153 votes

Shrimp and Gnocchi with Garlic Parmesan Cream Sauce

This dish combines pillowy gnocchi and juicy shrimp coated in a rich garlic Parmesan cream sauce. The sauce is built by sautéing garlic in butter, thickened with flour, then simmered with chicken broth, herbs, and half and half before folding in Parmesan cheese. The result is a flavorful, smooth coating that complements the tender gnocchi and succulent shrimp. Fresh parsley adds a final touch of color and freshness.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course

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

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  1. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook gnocchi according to package instructions; drain well.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. Stir in shrimp and gnocchi, and gently toss to combine.
  6. 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.