Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of Creamy Tuscan Garlic Shrimp, a dish that transforms any meal into a special occasion. In just 30 minutes, you can prepare this delightful recipe featuring perfectly cooked shrimp enveloped in a luscious cream sauce, complemented by the tangy sweetness of sun-dried tomatoes and the freshness of spinach. Ideal for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, this dish is not only quick to make but also visually stunning when garnished with fresh basil. Serve it over your favorite pasta, couscous, or mashed potatoes for a satisfying meal that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp (raw, peeled, and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 1 tablespoon garlic (chopped)
- 7 oz sun-dried tomatoes (drained and chopped)
- 1 3/4 cups heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and sear until pink. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté diced onion and chopped garlic until translucent. Add sun-dried tomatoes.
- Pour in heavy cream, mixing thoroughly. Stir in spinach and parmesan cheese until combined.
- Return shrimp to the skillet, coating them in the creamy sauce. Simmer until sauce thickens slightly.
- Serve over pasta or grains of choice and garnish with fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 435
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 180mg