Garlic Butter Shrimp in Cream Sauce
Indulge in the savory decadence of Garlic Butter Shrimp in Cream Sauce, a restaurant-quality dish you can whip up in just 30 minutes! Perfectly seared shrimp are bathed in a rich, velvety sauce made with fragrant garlic, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and a hint of tangy lemon juice for a burst of flavor in every bite. This easy yet elegant recipe combines the freshness of parsley and the smoothness of butter to create a truly irresistible meal that's perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it over pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the creamy, garlicky goodness. Whether you're a seafood lover or simply craving a comforting and indulgent dinner, this shrimp dish is sure to impress! Keywords: garlic butter shrimp, cream sauce, easy shrimp recipes, quick dinner ideas, seafood pasta recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter with the olive oil.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Once melted, pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Whisk together until well combined.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth.
Add the lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the sauce. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and stir to coat them in the creamy sauce. Allow them to heat through for 1-2 minutes.
Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Serve the shrimp and sauce over pasta, rice, or as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1984 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 155.6 g | 199% | |
| Saturated Fat | 86.7 g | 434% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1261 mg | 420% | |
| Sodium | 3915 mg | 170% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.4 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 128.3 g | 257% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 830 mg | 64% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1490 mg | 32% | |
*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.
