Garlic Butter Shrimp in Cream Sauce
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Garlic Butter Shrimp in Cream Sauce, a dish that combines tender, succulent shrimp with a rich and velvety garlic-infused cream sauce. Perfectly seasoned with Parmesan cheese, a splash of zesty lemon juice, and fresh parsley, this recipe is a quick and elegant dinner option ready in just 30 minutes. Sautéed to perfection in a buttery olive oil base, the shrimp are bathed in a silky sauce made with heavy cream and chicken broth, creating a symphony of flavors that pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or even crusty bread. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this creamy garlic butter shrimp dish is sure to impress and satisfy!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0 to taste salt
- 0 to taste black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Set aside.
Step 2
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter with the olive oil.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Step 4
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
Step 5
In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Once melted, pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Whisk together until well combined.
Step 6
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth.
Step 7
Add the lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the sauce. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
Step 8
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and stir to coat them in the creamy sauce. Allow them to heat through for 1-2 minutes.
Step 9
Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Step 10
Serve the shrimp and sauce over pasta, rice, or as desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (981.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1983.9 |
| Total Fat 155.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 86.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 1261.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3915.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 9.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.3g | |
| Protein 128.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 829.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1489.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories