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15-Minute Creamy Garlic Shrimp (Easy Affordable Dinner)

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This Creamy Garlic Shrimp comes together in just 15 minutes and delivers tender, juicy shrimp coated in a rich, garlicky Parmesan cream sauce. It’s a quick, one-pan dinner that feels restaurant-worthy but uses simple pantry ingredients. Serve it over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread for an easy, satisfying meal any night of the week.

Ingredients

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Shrimp

  • 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp ground black pepper
  • ½ tsp salt

Sauce

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 garlic cloves, finely minced (or pressed)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (substitute half-and-half if you prefer)
  • ½ cup chicken broth (or dry white wine)
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Finish

  • Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

    1. Prep the shrimp. In a bowl, toss the shrimp with paprika, salt, and black pepper until every piece is evenly coated.

    2. Sear until just cooked. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. When the oil shimmers, add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook about 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Transfer shrimp to a plate and set aside.

    3. Build the base. Turn heat down to medium. Add the butter to the same pan and let it melt. Add the garlic and sauté for about 30–60 seconds, stirring, until fragrant.

    4. Deglaze and reduce. Pour in the chicken broth or wine and scrape up any browned bits from the pan. Let the liquid bubble and reduce for 2–3 minutes.

    5. Make the cream sauce. Stir in the heavy cream, then add the grated Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Simmer gently for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly and becomes silky.

    6. Bring it together. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Warm everything together for about 1–2 minutes so the shrimp heat through and absorb flavor.

    7. Finish and serve. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve immediately over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to mop up the sauce.

Quick note: Avoid overcooking the shrimp—pull them off heat as soon as they turn opaque for tender results.

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