Description
A quick and flavorful recipe for creamy garlic shrimp cooked in a rich white cheddar cream sauce, perfect for a delicious weeknight dinner served over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Ingredients
Shrimp
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 pounds jumbo shrimp, peeled, deveined, and tails removed
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons white wine
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup white cheddar cheese, shredded (or grated Parmesan cheese)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes until hot and sizzling. Add the shrimp and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and fully cooked. Season with salt and black pepper, then transfer the shrimp to a plate and set aside.
- Make the Garlic Sauce: In the same skillet, add the butter and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in the white wine and stir well, letting it cook for about a minute to blend flavors.
- Add Cream and Cheese: Pour in the heavy cream, add Italian seasoning and white cheddar cheese. Stir thoroughly and bring the sauce to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium and continue stirring until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
- Toss Shrimp in Sauce: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss gently to coat each piece evenly with the creamy garlic sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle fresh parsley over the top and serve immediately. This dish pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
Notes
- For a lower-fat version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream and use reduced-fat cheese.
- White wine can be omitted and replaced with extra broth or water for a non-alcoholic version.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the creamy sauce at its best consistency.
- Adjust the garlic amount according to your taste preference.
- Fresh parsley adds a bright color contrast and fresh flavor but can be omitted if unavailable.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
