Creamy Garlic Shrimp A One-Skillet Classic with Rich, Cozy Flavor
This creamy garlic shrimp recipe is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for a cozy night in. Made in one skillet, it combines tender shrimp with a rich, garlicky sauce.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Season the shrimp with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, cook shrimp 2-3 minutes per side until pink, then set aside.
- Add butter to the same skillet, melt, then cook minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth to deglaze, simmer 2-3 minutes. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Simmer until sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
- Return shrimp to skillet, toss to coat, warm through 2 minutes, then remove from heat. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve.
Notes
Serve with pasta, rice, or crusty bread for a complete meal.