The Queen of Pizzas Gourmet Shrimp Pizza
Elevate your pizza night with "The Queen of Pizzas Gourmet Shrimp Pizza," a luxurious spin on a classic favorite that's sure to impress. Featuring succulent, garlic-infused shrimp atop a creamy Parmesan sauce, this pizza is a perfectly balanced combination of indulgent flavors and premium ingredients. A golden crust provides the foundation, layered with a luscious blend of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, sweet bursts of roasted cherry tomatoes, and the subtle heat of optional red chili flakes. Fresh basil leaves add an aromatic finish, making every bite a symphony of flavors with a gourmet twist. Ready in just 35 minutes, this seafood lover's dream will transform your home kitchen into an upscale pizzeria. Perfect for special occasions or an elevated weeknight dinner!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Shrimp (large, peeled, deveined)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 piece Pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 120 milliliters Heavy cream
- 50 grams Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 150 grams Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 100 grams Cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 6 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 teaspoons Red chili flakes (optional for mild heat)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 240°C (465°F) or as high as your oven will allow. If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up while the oven preheats.
In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, but not browned.
Add the shrimp to the skillet. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until the shrimp turns pink and is fully cooked. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over low-medium heat. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and cook, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens into a creamy garlic sauce. Remove from heat.
Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired size and thickness. Transfer the dough to a parchment-lined baking sheet or a preheated pizza stone.
Brush the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the surface of the pizza dough. Spread the garlic-Parmesan cream sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce. Distribute the cooked shrimp and halved cherry tomatoes evenly across the pizza.
For a touch of heat, sprinkle a few red chili flakes across the pizza (optional).
Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling and slightly browned.
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 3-5 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2232 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 123.4 g | 158% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.6 g | 288% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 766 mg | 255% | |
| Sodium | 4595 mg | 200% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 134.8 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.5 g | ||
| Protein | 131.9 g | 264% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1496 mg | 115% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1345 mg | 29% | |
*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.
