Description
Sizzling Creamy Tuscan Shrimp is a delightful dish featuring succulent shrimp cooked in a rich and creamy sauce with fresh spinach and cherry tomatoes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil (for garnish)
Instructions
- If shrimp aren’t cleaned, peel and devein them, then set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add halved cherry tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes until softened.
- Toss in fresh spinach and stir until wilted, about 1 minute.
- Reduce heat, then add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Stir until combined and let simmer for a few minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy sauce. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Plate the Sizzling Creamy Tuscan Shrimp, garnish with fresh basil, and enjoy.
Notes
- Fresh shrimp offers the best taste and texture.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your preference.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Sizzling Creamy Tuscan Shrimp, shrimp recipe, creamy shrimp, Italian cuisine