Simple Creamy Garlic Shrimp for Easy Homemade Meals
Creamy garlic shrimp is a quick skillet dish with tender shrimp simmered in a rich garlic Parmesan cream sauce, ready in minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Optional for serving:
Cooked pasta, rice, or crusty bread
Instructions
- Sear shrimp in butter and oil.
- Sauté garlic.
- Add cream and simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan.
- Return shrimp to sauce.
- Finish with lemon and parsley.
- Serve hot.
Notes
Do not overcook shrimp. Serve immediately for best texture.