Description
A delicious and creamy garlic shrimp dish, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add the Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- This dish pairs well with pasta or rice.
- Adjust the garlic amount to your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 250mg