Low Fat Garlic Butter Shrimp in Cream Sauce
Indulge guilt-free with this irresistible Low Fat Garlic Butter Shrimp in Cream Sauce, a lighter take on a classic favorite that doesn't skimp on flavor! Featuring tender shrimp pan-seared to perfection and bathed in a velvety cream sauce made with low-fat milk, garlic, and a touch of zesty lemon, this dish delivers rich, garlicky goodness with a fraction of the calories. A quick cornstarch slurry ensures the sauce achieves the perfect thickness without relying on heavy cream, while fresh parsley adds a burst of herbal brightness. Ready in just 25 minutes and packed with protein, this healthy shrimp recipe is the ideal choice for busy weeknights or elegant dinners alike. Pair it with steamed vegetables or whole-grain pasta for a satisfying, wholesome meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 0.5 cup low-fat milk
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
Add the shrimp to the pan in a single layer and season with salt and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from the pan and set aside.
In the same pan, add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Mix the cornstarch with a tablespoon of low-fat milk to make a slurry. Set this aside.
Pour the chicken broth and remaining low-fat milk into the pan with the garlic, stirring to combine.
Slowly stir in the cornstarch slurry into the mixture and bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer until the sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the lemon juice to the cream sauce and stir well.
Return the shrimp to the pan and toss them in the garlic cream sauce to heat through, about 2 minutes.
Sprinkle the dish with fresh parsley before serving.
Serve immediately, optionally with a side of steamed vegetables or whole grain pasta for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
702 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.3 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 867 mg | 289% | |
| Sodium | 1785 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.1 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.0 g | ||
| Protein | 115.1 g | 230% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 511 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1354 mg | 29% | |
*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.
