Shrimp a La King
Creamy, indulgent, and bursting with flavor, Shrimp a La King is a seafood lover's twist on the classic comfort dish. This irresistible recipe features tender, perfectly seasoned shrimp nestled in a luxurious sauce made with sautéed garlic, colorful bell peppers, earthy mushrooms, and a rich blend of chicken broth, heavy cream, and a splash of dry sherry. Finished with a sprinkle of paprika and fresh parsley, this one-pan wonder is perfect served over fluffy rice, buttery pasta, or crisp toast. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s an elegant yet approachable meal ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 pound Medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 Red bell pepper, diced
- 1 Green bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup White mushrooms, sliced
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Chicken broth
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Dry sherry
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 servings Cooked rice, pasta, or toast (for serving)
Instructions
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter and the olive oil over medium heat.
Season the shrimp with 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper, then add to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the minced garlic, diced red and green bell peppers, and sliced mushrooms. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
Sprinkle the flour over the sautéed vegetables and stir well to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, ensuring there are no lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it thicken, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the heavy cream, dry sherry, the remaining 0.5 teaspoon of salt, the remaining 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper, and paprika. Simmer for another 2 minutes.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes, just until heated through.
Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve the Shrimp a La King over cooked rice, pasta, or toast.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1765 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.4 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.4 g | 147% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1017 mg | 339% | |
| Sodium | 4648 mg | 202% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 154.4 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.2 g | ||
| Protein | 135.0 g | 270% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.7 mcg | 104% | |
| Calcium | 340 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 2662 mg | 57% | |
*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.
