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Creamy Garlic Shrimp With Parmesan: A Delicious Recipe!

A delicious and creamy garlic shrimp dish with Parmesan cheese, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  2. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning, mixing until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
  4. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat them in the creamy sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
  5. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 30gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider adding a splash of lemon juice or zest to the sauce before serving.
  • You can substitute the shrimp with chicken or scallops for a different protein option.

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