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An extreme close-up shot of a single piece of shrimp coated in a rich, creamy garlic sauce, highlighting the texture and fresh parsley garnish.
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Creamy Garlic Shrimp (Ready in 20 Minutes!)

This Creamy Garlic Shrimp recipe is the ultimate weeknight dinner solution! Juicy shrimp are tossed in a rich, velvety garlic cream sauce and ready in just 20 minutes. It's an easy, restaurant-quality meal perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter divided
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 6 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes or to taste
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 1 Measuring Cups and Spoons

Method
 

  1. Pat the shrimp completely dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes per side, until pink. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium, add the remaining 1 tbsp of butter. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes and cook until fragrant, about 30-60 seconds.
  4. Pour in the white wine or chicken broth to deglaze, scraping up any bits from the bottom. Simmer for 1-2 minutes. Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Simmer the sauce for 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, tossing to coat. Stir in the fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 485kcalProtein: 25gFat: 38gFiber: 1g

Notes

Do not overcook the shrimp: For the most tender shrimp, cook them just until they turn pink and opaque.
Use fresh garlic: Freshly minced garlic provides the best flavor for the sauce.
Serving Suggestions: Serve over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
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