Description
This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Skillet is a rich and velvety one-pan meal featuring juicy seared shrimp in a luscious garlic-parmesan cream sauce. Packed with Italian herbs, a hint of spice, and ready in 20 minutes — it’s the perfect comfort dish to serve over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.
Ingredients
For the Shrimp:
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1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp paprika
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
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2 tbsp unsalted butter
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4 cloves garlic, minced or pureed
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1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
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1/2 cup chicken broth (or white wine)
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1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
Garnish:
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Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
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Season the Shrimp:
In a bowl, toss shrimp with paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated. -
Sear the Shrimp:
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and sear for 2–3 minutes per side, until just cooked. Remove from skillet and set aside. -
Make the Sauce:
Reduce heat to medium. Melt butter in the same skillet, then sauté garlic for 1 minute.
Stir in chicken broth or wine and simmer for 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly. -
Finish the Cream Sauce:
Pour in the cream and stir. Add Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until sauce thickens. -
Combine & Serve:
Return shrimp to the skillet and toss in the sauce. Simmer on low for 2 minutes to warm through.
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.
Notes
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Use half-and-half for a lighter version, or sub coconut cream for a dairy-free option.
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Add spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for extra texture and flavor.
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This sauce also works well with chicken or scallops.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet / Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
