Heart-Healthy Garlic Butter Shrimp in Cream Sauce
Savor the irresistible flavors of Heart-Healthy Garlic Butter Shrimp in Cream Sauce, a lighter twist on a classic indulgence. This quick and easy recipe combines succulent shrimp sautéed in olive oil and unsalted butter with a velvety cream sauce made from low-sodium chicken broth and fat-free Greek yogurt—perfect for a guilt-free treat. Flavored with bold garlic, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of optional red pepper flakes, this dish strikes the perfect balance between wholesome and indulgent. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's an ideal meal for busy nights, offering a luxurious yet heart-smart option. Garnished with fresh parsley and best served over whole-grain pasta, brown rice, or steamed veggies, this dish is a deliciously healthy way to elevate your dinner table. Perfect for those searching for quick shrimp recipes, healthy cream sauces, or heart-healthy dinners!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 0.5 cup fat-free Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt and black pepper.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter is melted.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to brown it.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for about 2 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the low-sodium chicken broth and bring it to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Slowly whisk this slurry into the simmering broth. Let it cook for about 2 minutes to thicken.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the Greek yogurt, mixing until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Be careful not to let it boil.
Add the lemon juice and red pepper flakes to the sauce, stirring well.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, along with any accumulated juices. Stir to coat the shrimp in the creamy sauce and heat through for about 1-2 minutes.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Serve the garlic butter shrimp with a side of whole-grain pasta, brown rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete, heart-healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
948 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.1 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.8 g | 59% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 896 mg | 299% | |
| Sodium | 1224 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.2 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.6 g | ||
| Protein | 126.1 g | 252% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 520 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1548 mg | 33% | |
*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.
