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Garlic Butter Shrimp with Creamy Parmesan Sauce

Plump shrimp coated in a rich, creamy Parmesan sauce, garnished with parsley, ready to eat.
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Prepare rich, restaurant-style shrimp coated in a sauce made from butter, garlic, and sharp Parmesan cheese. This recipe cooks quickly for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Pat the shrimp dry and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter to the skillet.
  5. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  6. Pour in the white wine or broth and let it simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan, until the liquid reduces by half (about 2 minutes).
  7. Stir in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
  8. Remove the skillet from the heat. Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth.
  9. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss gently to coat them completely in the sauce.
  10. Stir in the fresh parsley. Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
  11. Serve immediately over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.

Notes

  • For a thicker sauce, simmer the cream slightly longer before adding the cheese.
  • If you do not use wine, ensure your broth is low sodium.
  • You can add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic for a little heat.

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