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Creamy Parmesan Shrimp Recipe

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This Creamy Parmesan Shrimp recipe features succulent shrimp sautéed to perfection and coated in a luscious, rich Parmesan cream sauce infused with garlic, white wine, and a gentle kick of crushed red pepper flakes. Served over pasta or rice, this dish is perfect for a comforting yet elegant meal that comes together quickly in one skillet.

Ingredients

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Shrimp

  • 1½ pounds shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Ground black pepper, to taste
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, divided (½ stick or 4 tablespoons)

Sauce

  • ½ cup diced yellow onion
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, plus more to taste
  • ⅔ cup dry white wine
  • 1½ cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Garnish and Serving

  • Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
  • Lemon wedges, for serving
  • Cooked pasta or rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. Sauté the shrimp: Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the shrimp with kosher salt and ground black pepper. Sauté the shrimp until they turn pink and opaque, about 1-2 minutes per side. Transfer the cooked shrimp to a clean bowl and set aside.
  2. Cook the aromatics: Reduce the heat to medium-low and melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter in the same skillet. Add the diced yellow onion and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes, and cook until fragrant, approximately 30 seconds.
  3. Deglaze the pan: Pour the dry white wine into the skillet to deglaze it. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until the liquid reduces by half, about 10-15 minutes, concentrating the flavors.
  4. Add the cream: Stir in the heavy cream, bringing the mixture back to a gentle simmer while stirring occasionally to combine evenly.
  5. Melt in the Parmesan: Add the grated Parmesan cheese and simmer the sauce for 1-2 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt and the sauce to thicken. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  6. Combine shrimp and sauce: Return the sautéed shrimp to the skillet and simmer for another 2-3 minutes until the shrimp are warmed through and coated in the creamy sauce.
  7. Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the shrimp and sauce. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side, paired with cooked pasta or rice.

Notes

  • Use fresh shrimp for the best texture and flavor, but frozen shrimp can be used if thawed properly.
  • If white wine is not available, substitute with chicken broth or extra cream for a non-alcoholic option.
  • Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes to control the spiciness of the dish.
  • For a lighter dish, you can substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream, though the sauce may be less rich.
  • Prepared pasta or rice should be cooked just before finishing the shrimp so everything is hot and fresh when served.

Keywords: Creamy Parmesan Shrimp, Shrimp Recipe, Garlic Parmesan Sauce, Skillet Shrimp, Easy Dinner, White Wine Sauce, Parmesan Cream Sauce

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