Shrimp in Tomato Cream Sauce
Indulge in the rich, velvety flavors of Shrimp in Tomato Cream Sauce, a quick and easy one-pan dish that elevates weeknight dinners to gourmet status. Tender, succulent shrimp are cooked to perfection in a luxurious sauce made from crushed tomatoes, heavy cream, and a generous sprinkle of parmesan cheese, creating a harmonious blend of creamy and tangy. Infused with the fragrant aroma of garlic, oregano, and a hint of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick, this recipe offers a balanced depth of flavor in just 30 minutes. Perfect for serving over pasta, rice, or paired with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the luscious sauce, this dish is a versatile dinner option that’s both comforting and impressive. Simple to make yet restaurant-worthy, this shrimp recipe is sure to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
- 0.5 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat until the butter is melted.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, heavy cream, red pepper flakes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the grated parmesan cheese until fully melted and incorporated into the sauce.
Add the shrimp to the skillet, ensuring they are evenly coated in the sauce. Cook for 4-5 minutes, flipping the shrimp halfway through, until they turn pink and opaque.
Sprinkle the dish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
524 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.1 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.8 g | 104% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 310 mg | 103% | |
| Sodium | 735 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.9 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 36.4 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 318 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 498 mg | 11% | |
*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.
