Velvety Creamy Garlic Shrimp Skillet
Tender shrimp simmered in a luscious garlic cream sauce create an elegant one-pan dinner that feels upscale but cooks in under 25 minutes.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Tongs
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 6 garlic cloves minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted.
- Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for about 1–2 minutes per side until just pink. Remove and set aside.
- Lower the heat and sauté the garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir gently, allowing it to warm through.
- Add Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes, stirring until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Return the shrimp to the skillet and coat them in the sauce.
- Finish with lemon juice and parsley, adjusting seasoning as needed.
- Serve immediately while the sauce is silky and hot.
Notes & Wine Advice
Notes
For the smoothest sauce, avoid boiling the cream — keep the heat moderate and stir frequently. Freshly grated Parmesan melts better and prevents a grainy texture.Wine Advice
Choose a Chardonnay or a dry Sauvignon Blanc. Both have enough acidity to balance the richness while enhancing the garlic and cream flavors without overpowering the shrimp.Nutrition values
Serving: 1 portion | Calories: 420 kcal | Carbohydrates: 6 g | Protein: 28 g | Fat: 31 g | Saturated Fat: 16 g | Sodium: 720 mg | Sugar: 2 g