This Creamy Garlic Shrimp recipe is a quick and delicious dish perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The shrimp are cooked in a rich, creamy garlic sauce that’s packed with flavor and ready in just minutes. It pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup heavy cream

• ½ cup chicken broth

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 teaspoon paprika

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions:

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

2. Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 2 minutes on each side until the shrimp are pink and cooked through. Remove shrimp and set aside.

3. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

4. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

5. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and continue to cook until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

6. Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy garlic sauce. Cook for an additional minute to heat through.

7. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately.

Nutrients (per serving estimate):

• Calories: ~350 kcal

• Protein: ~30g

• Fat: ~25g

• Carbohydrates: ~3g

• Fiber: ~0.5g

• Sodium: varies depending on salt and broth used