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Aaliyah

Creamy Tuscan Garlic Butter Shrimp: A Dreamy Delight!

A creamy and flavorful shrimp dish cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce with fresh spinach and cherry tomatoes.
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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: 410
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup fresh spinach chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the shrimp and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the cherry tomatoes and cook for another 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
  4. Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 1 minute.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and add the Italian seasoning. Stir well and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Add the Parmesan cheese and lemon juice, stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
  7. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, tossing to coat them in the sauce. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat through.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 28gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
  • Serve over pasta or rice for a heartier meal.

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