Garlic Butter Spice Shrimp with Mashed Potatoes
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Garlic Butter Spice Shrimp with Mashed Potatoes recipe—a perfect harmony of rich, creamy, and bold flavors. Succulent shrimp are sautéed in a luscious garlic butter sauce infused with smoky paprika and a hint of cayenne for a spicy kick, then paired with irresistibly smooth and fluffy mashed potatoes made with heavy cream and butter for pure decadence. Ready in just 50 minutes, this elegant yet easy-to-make dish is a restaurant-quality meal ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Garnished with fresh parsley and a drizzle of buttery pan sauce, every bite is a celebration of flavor. Perfect for shrimp lovers and comfort food enthusiasts alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 6 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 0.5 tsp Cayenne pepper (optional, for extra spice)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 2 lb Potatoes, peeled and cubed (for mashing)
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 0.25 cup Milk
- 4 tbsp Unsalted butter (for mashed potatoes)
- 1 tsp Salt (for mashed potatoes)
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper (for mashed potatoes)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the peeled and cubed potatoes and cook until fork-tender, approximately 15-20 minutes.
While the potatoes are cooking, prepare the shrimp. Rinse and pat dry the shrimp with paper towels.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Sprinkle in the paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), 1 teaspoon salt, and 0.5 teaspoon black pepper into the skillet. Stir to combine.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip and cook an additional 2 minutes or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter in the skillet, stirring to incorporate the flavorful bits from the bottom of the pan.
Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the heavy cream, milk, unsalted butter, 1 teaspoon salt, and 0.5 teaspoon black pepper. Mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy.
To serve, place a generous scoop of mashed potatoes onto each plate. Top with garlic butter spice shrimp and drizzle the skillet's butter sauce over the top.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
653 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.0 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.9 g | 125% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 324 mg | 108% | |
| Sodium | 1233 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.1 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.6 g | ||
| Protein | 32.7 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 134 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1080 mg | 23% | |
*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.
