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Creamy Garlic Shrimp Dinner

This creamy garlic shrimp dinner is rich, comforting, and full of flavor. Tender shrimp are cooked in a smooth garlic cream sauce and served over pasta or rice, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Calories: 390
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Base
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 cups cooked pasta or rice
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • Filling
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup chicken or seafood broth
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Topping
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella optional

Method
 

  1. Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Cook shrimp until pink and slightly curled.
  3. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  4. Pour in broth and cream and simmer until slightly thick.
  5. Stir in Parmesan cheese and seasoning.
  6. Add pasta or rice and mix until coated in sauce.
  7. Finish with lemon juice and parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Do not overcook shrimp or they may become rubbery.
  • Add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor.
  • A splash of broth helps loosen the sauce when reheating.