Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp
A quick and rich dish featuring shrimp in a creamy garlic butter sauce, perfect for any weeknight dinner or special occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté the shrimp: In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes or until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from the pan and set aside.
- Cook the garlic: In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Make the sauce: Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to mix with the garlic and butter. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Combine and season: Add the cooked shrimp back to the skillet, along with the grated Parmesan and red pepper flakes. Stir everything together and allow it to simmer for another 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy your creamy garlic butter shrimp over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.
Notes
For a lighter option, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half. Be careful not to overcook the shrimp to maintain their texture.