Creamy Garlic Shrimp

Creamy Garlic Shrimp is a delicious and easy dish that is perfect for any occasion. This recipe combines juicy shrimp with a rich and flavorful garlic cream sauce, making it the ideal comfort food.

We love shrimp because it is incredibly versatile and can be cooked in various ways. Some of our go-to shrimp recipes are Crispy Coconut Shrimp, Honey Garlic Shrimp, and this BBQ New Orleans Shrimp. They are all easy to make and delicious.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Great for any occasion: Whether you’re making it for a quick weeknight dinner, entertaining guests, or simply treating yourself, you’ll love how easy it is to prepare.
• Super Easy To Make: With simple steps, this dish is perfect for busy days when you don’t have a lot of time to spend in the kitchen. You can whip it up in just 30 minutes or less!
• Simple Ingredients: No need to worry about complicated or hard-to-find ingredients. This dish calls for simple pantry staples, making it easy and convenient to make anytime.

Ingredients

We’ve made this list to help you save time on your next trip to the grocery store. You can find the full amounts needed in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.

We used 16-21 shelled and deveined shrimp. You can use any shrimp of any size that your family prefers. Just make sure that you adjust the cook time accordingly.

Variations

• Spicy Kick: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a drizzle of sriracha for some heat. Adjust the amount depending on how spicy you like it!
• Herb Twist: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley, cilantro, or even basil for a burst of fresh flavor.
• Vegetable Boost: Toss in your favorite veggies! Bell peppers, zucchini, or cherry tomatoes would be fantastic additions.

Instructions

This is a quick overview of the steps needed to make this recipe. You can find the full instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

1. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper on both sides, and then cook in a hot skillet with melted butter for 2-3 minutes.

2. Add the remaining butter to the skillet, and saute the garlic until fragrant. Add the seafood stock to the skillet and deglaze the pan.

3. And the half and half, and grated cheese, and bring to a simmer. Allow the sauce to thicken.

4. Add the shrimp back to the skillet, and serve over a bed of pasta or rice.

Expert Tips

• For the best flavor, use fresh shrimp if possible, but frozen shrimp works great too—just make sure to thaw them completely before cooking.
• To prevent the sauce from curdling, avoid bringing the half and half to a rapid boil. A gentle simmer is key!
• Pair this dish with a fresh green salad or garlic bread for a complete and satisfying meal.
• Leftovers? Store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheat gently on the stovetop.

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Creamy Garlic Shrimp

This Creamy Garlic Shrimp is a simple one pan meal, that your family will love. Packed full of tender shrimp and a creamy garlic sauce, it goes great with pasta.

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes minutes

Servings: 4 Servings

Equipment

• large skillet

Ingredients

• 1 pound shrimp 16/21, shelled, tail on or off (your preference)
• 3 tablespoons butter room temp
• 3 tablespoons garlic minced
• ½ cup lobster stock
• 1 ½ cups half and half
• ¾ cup parmesan cheese grated
• salt and pepper

Instructions

• Season the shrimp with salt and pepper. Melt one tbs butter in the skillet and fry the shrimp on both sides for 2-3 minutes each. Remove to a plate and set aside.
• Melt another tbsp butter in the same skillet. Add the garlic to saute for a few minutes until fragrant.
• Add the lobster stock (or substitute) and bring to a simmer. Add the half and half.
• When the sauce comes back to a simmer, add the grated cheese and stir into the sauce as it melts.
• Let simmer while the sauce thickens slightly.
• Add the shrimp back to the sauce. Stir to combine and adjust salt and pepper to taste at this time.
• Serve over pasta.

Disclaimer

Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and proportion sizes.