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Quick and Easy Creamy Garlic Shrimp

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  • Author: lilly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Description

A delightful creamy garlic shrimp dish that elevates weeknight dinners into something extraordinary with rich flavors and easy preparation.


Ingredients

  • 1 pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons of butter
  • 4 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 cup of heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese, grated
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)


Instructions

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine.
  5. Add the Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper, stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is thickened.
  6. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Serve over al dente pasta or rice for a filling meal. Pairs well with a fresh green salad or garlic bread.