Succulent Shrimp in Creamy Garlic-Paprika Sauce Recipe
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of succulent shrimp cooked in a rich and creamy garlic-paprika sauce. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for a cozy dinner at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Shrimp:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/2 cup chicken or seafood broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook shrimp until pink, then set aside.
- Make the Sauce: Sauté garlic, add paprika, broth, cream, Parmesan, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Simmer until thickened.
- Finish Dish: Return shrimp to the skillet, coat with sauce, and simmer until heated through. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
- Serve over rice, pasta, or crusty bread.
- Lighten up with half-and-half or coconut cream for a dairy-free option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 215mg
