Champagne Shrimp
Elevate your seafood game with this indulgent Champagne Shrimp recipe—a luxurious blend of tender shrimp, creamy parmesan sauce, and a splash of effervescent champagne. Perfect for date nights or special gatherings, this dish pairs the delicate sweetness of shrimp with the bright, zesty flavors of lemon and sparkling white wine. Sautéed in a luscious mixture of butter, olive oil, and fragrant shallots, the shrimp are then bathed in a velvety sauce made from heavy cream and freshly grated parmesan. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this elegant recipe is as easy to make as it is impressive to serve. Pair it with pasta, fluffy rice, or crusty bread to soak up every drop of the flavorful sauce. Whether you're planning a romantic dinner or hosting friends, Champagne Shrimp is the perfect gourmet centerpiece to wow your guests.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 medium shallots, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup champagne (or sparkling white wine)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the chopped shallots and cook for 2 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Deglaze the skillet by pouring in the champagne, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Allow the mixture to simmer for 3-4 minutes to reduce slightly.
Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Simmer gently for 2 minutes until the sauce begins to thicken.
Stir in the grated parmesan cheese and continue stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
Add the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the sauce, adjusting seasoning to taste.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, tossing it gently in the sauce to coat. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to reheat the shrimp.
Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley.
Serve immediately over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread as a main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2228 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 157.5 g | 202% | |
| Saturated Fat | 81.8 g | 409% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1230 mg | 410% | |
| Sodium | 2470 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.9 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.5 g | ||
| Protein | 127.8 g | 256% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 845 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1700 mg | 36% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
