Shrimp and Pea Wiggle
Experience the ultimate comfort food with Shrimp and Pea Wiggle—a creamy, satisfying dish that's as quick to whip up as it is delicious. Featuring tender, cooked shrimp and sweet, vibrant peas enveloped in a velvety, homemade white sauce enriched with butter, milk, and chicken broth, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of rich and fresh flavors. Seasoned with a touch of garlic, salt, and pepper, and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this versatile classic can be served over toast, fluffy rice, or egg noodles for a wholesome, customizable meal. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make, family-friendly recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or when you're craving a cozy, nostalgic dish. Perfect for shrimp lovers and fans of quick comfort food, the Shrimp and Pea Wiggle is sure to become a new go-to in your recipe repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Milk
- 1 cup Low-sodium chicken broth
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 1.5 cups Cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup Frozen peas, thawed
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 servings Toast, rice, or egg noodles (for serving)
Instructions
Melt the butter in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.
Add the flour to the melted butter and whisk constantly for 1-2 minutes to form a roux. This will cook out the raw flour taste.
Gradually pour in the milk and chicken broth, whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the mixture thickens and becomes smooth.
Season the sauce with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, stirring to incorporate well.
Reduce the heat to low and gently fold in the cooked shrimp and thawed peas. Allow the mixture to heat through, about 2-3 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the fresh parsley for a burst of freshness.
Serve the Shrimp and Pea Wiggle warm over toast, rice, or egg noodles. Garnish with extra parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
839 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.1 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 44 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 2056 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 132.1 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.5 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.3 g | ||
| Protein | 43.9 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 764 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1477 mg | 31% | |
*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.
