How do I keep creamy garlic shrimp from getting rubbery?

Shrimp turn rubbery when they cook too long, so remove them from the heat as soon as they turn pink and firm. Letting them finish in the sauce keeps them tender while still soaking up all that creamy garlic flavor.

Can I use frozen shrimp for creamy garlic shrimp?

Frozen shrimp work great as long as you thaw and pat them dry first. Dry shrimp sear better, which gives the sauce deeper flavor and prevents a mushy texture.

What size shrimp is best for this recipe?

Medium or large shrimp hold up well in the creamy sauce and stay juicy. Smaller shrimp cook too quickly and may overcook before the sauce thickens.

Can I make creamy garlic shrimp without heavy cream?

You can replace heavy cream with half-and-half, coconut milk, or cashew cream. These alternatives keep the sauce smooth while making it lighter.

What should I serve with creamy garlic shrimp?

Pasta, rice, and mashed potatoes pair beautifully with creamy garlic shrimp, but sautéed greens or cauliflower rice work well if you want something lighter or low-carb.

Creamy Garlic Shrimp – 15-Minute Powerfully Easy Comfort Dinner

Description

Creamy garlic shrimp made in minutes with a rich, velvety sauce and tender shrimp simmered in garlic, butter, and Parmesan for an easy comfort meal.

Ingredients

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1½ pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup chicken broth or dry white wine
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish

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Instructions

Pat shrimp dry and season lightly with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet, then sear shrimp until lightly golden and opaque. Remove from skillet.
Add remaining butter to the pan and sauté garlic until fragrant.
Deglaze with broth or wine, scraping browned bits from the skillet.
Pour in cream, add Parmesan and seasonings, and simmer until thickened.
Return shrimp to the sauce and warm through before serving.

Notes

Add Parmesan gradually to prevent graininess.
Avoid high heat once cream is added to maintain a smooth sauce.
Serve over pasta, rice, or vegetables for variation.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 410
Sugar: 1
Sodium: 640
Fat: 31
Saturated Fat: 17
Unsaturated Fat: 12
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 6
Fiber: 0
Protein: 28
Cholesterol: 220