Buttery, Rich, and Ready in 10 Minutes
If you’re looking for a quick dinner that feels indulgent and tastes restaurant-worthy, this Creamy Garlic Shrimp is your new go-to! Succulent shrimp are sautรฉed in butter and olive oil, then tossed in a rich garlic-Parmesan cream sauce thatโs full of flavor and ready in under 10 minutes.
Perfect over pasta, rice, or steamed veggies โ this dish is fast enough for busy weeknights but fancy enough for date night at home.
Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb shrimp, tails on or off
- ยผ tsp salt (or to taste)
- ยผ tsp black pepper (or to taste)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- ยฝ cup dry white wine (or chicken broth for a non-alcoholic version)
- 1ยฝ cups reduced-fat cream
- ยฝ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions:
1. Sear the Shrimp:
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season shrimp with salt and pepper, then cook for 1โ2 minutes per side until just pink and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
2. Make the Garlic Butter Base:
In the same skillet, melt the butter and sautรฉ the garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Deglaze the Pan:
Pour in the white wine (or broth) and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the pan. Let it simmer and reduce by half.
4. Simmer the Cream Sauce:
Lower the heat to medium-low. Add the cream and let it gently simmer, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Add Cheese & Shrimp:
Stir in the Parmesan and allow the sauce to simmer for another minute, until melted and thickened. Return the shrimp to the pan and toss to coat.
6. Garnish & Serve:
Sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve warm over pasta, rice, or steamed vegetables.
Tasty Tips:
- Wine options: Use a dry white like Pinot Grigio or Chardonnay. For a non-alcoholic version, chicken broth works great too.
- Cream swap: You can use half-and-half or evaporated milk, but donโt let the sauce boil โ it may curdle. Heavy cream gives a thicker, richer result.
- Extra flavor boost: Add a squeeze of lemon juice or a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes for a little zing.
This Creamy Garlic Shrimp is one of those dreamy dishes that comes together fast, but leaves a lasting impression. Save it, pin it, and make it part of your dinner rotation!