Description
A creamy and flavorful shrimp dish, perfect for date nights and special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until shimmering.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant and lightly golden.
- Introduce the shrimp to the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes on one side until pink. Flip them and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring well. Scrape any bits from the bottom for extra flavor.
- Lower the heat, adding Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes. Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped parsley. Serve immediately over pasta or rice for the best experience.
Notes
Avoid overcooking the shrimp for best texture. Feel free to adjust seasoning based on taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 200mg