Ingredients
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- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional: Red pepper flakes for a spicy kick
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Sauté the Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
- Make the Garlic Cream Sauce: Lower heat to medium, add butter and minced garlic, cook 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and stir constantly. Simmer for 2 minutes.
- Add Parmesan and Season: Stir in grated Parmesan until the sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
- Combine Shrimp and Sauce: Return shrimp to skillet, toss to coat, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until heated through.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container refrigerated for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat, adding a splash of cream or water to loosen the sauce.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Sautéing, simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
