Saucy Herbed Shrimp
Dive into decadence with this Saucy Herbed Shrimp recipe, a quick and irresistible dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Featuring succulent large shrimp sautéed in a scrumptious blend of butter and olive oil, this recipe is elevated by a creamy, tangy sauce infused with dry white wine, chicken broth, fresh lemon juice, and a kick of red pepper flakes. Fresh parsley and basil add vibrant herbal notes that brighten every bite, while garlic lends a rich aromatic depth. With a prep time of only 10 minutes, this dish is ready to impress in just 25 minutes total. Serve it with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the luscious sauce, making this easy, flavorful recipe a go-to favorite. Perfect keywords: herbed shrimp recipe, shrimp in creamy sauce, quick shrimp dinner, seafood recipes, garlic shrimp.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 0.5 cup dry white wine
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tbsp parsley (finely chopped)
- 2 tbsp basil (finely chopped or torn)
- 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season them lightly with salt and black pepper.
In a large skillet, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for about 2 minutes per side, until they are pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
Deglaze the skillet by pouring in the dry white wine, scraping any browned bits from the bottom with a wooden spoon. Let it simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
Add the chicken broth, heavy cream, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Simmer the sauce for 3-4 minutes until it thickens slightly.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, along with the chopped parsley and basil. Toss the shrimp in the sauce to coat evenly and heat through for 1-2 minutes.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice, if desired.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley or basil if desired. This dish pairs wonderfully with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the flavorful sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1322 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.9 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.8 g | 204% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1068 mg | 356% | |
| Sodium | 2652 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.1 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.8 g | ||
| Protein | 113.8 g | 228% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 253 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1647 mg | 35% | |
*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.
