Sauteed Shrimp Parmesan
Elevate your dinner routine with this quick and flavorful Sautéed Shrimp Parmesan recipe, a perfect fusion of buttery garlic shrimp and a rich, herbed tomato sauce topped with gooey Parmesan cheese. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights or an impressive date night meal. Succulent shrimp are sautéed in olive oil and butter with aromatic garlic and a hint of heat from optional red pepper flakes, then simmered in a robust tomato sauce seasoned with oregano and basil. Finished with a generous sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan and a garnish of chopped parsley, this versatile dish pairs beautifully with pasta or crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the savory sauce. Bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this easy recipe brings a restaurant-quality experience right to your kitchen. Perfect for seafood lovers and Parmesan cheese enthusiasts alike, this dish is sure to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound raw shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on or off as preferred)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
- 0.25 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
- 0.5 teaspoons dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoons dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 cups parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- 1 serving pasta or crusty bread (for serving, optional)
Instructions
Start by preparing the shrimp. Ensure they are peeled and deveined, then gently pat them dry with a paper towel. This will help them sear evenly.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter is fully melted and begins to sizzle.
Add the minced garlic and, if using, the crushed red pepper flakes. Sauté for 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.
Increase the heat slightly and add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook for about 2 minutes per side, or until the shrimp are just opaque and pink. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
Let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to thicken slightly and allow the flavors to meld.
Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat them fully in the sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes more, just until the shrimp are heated through.
Sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese evenly over the shrimp and sauce. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet with a lid, and let the cheese melt for about 1 minute.
Remove from heat and garnish with the chopped fresh parsley.
Serve immediately with your choice of pasta or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1616 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.3 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.1 g | 196% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1018 mg | 339% | |
| Sodium | 3942 mg | 171% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.7 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.8 g | ||
| Protein | 163.0 g | 326% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1558 mg | 120% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 2230 mg | 47% | |
*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.
