Description
Creamy Tuscan Garlic Shrimp is a delightful dish that brings the essence of Italian cuisine right to your table in under 30 minutes. This quick and easy recipe features succulent shrimp nestled in a rich, creamy sauce made with sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and parmesan cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this meal is both satisfying and flavorful. Serve it over pasta, couscous, or even mashed potatoes for a complete dining experience that’s sure to impress your family and friends. With its gourmet taste and simple preparation, Creamy Tuscan Garlic Shrimp is destined to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp (raw, peeled and deveined)
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 1 tablespoon garlic (chopped)
- 7 oz jar sun-dried tomatoes (drained and chopped)
- 1 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Season the shrimp with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the shrimp until they turn pink, then set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté the onion and garlic until translucent. Add sun-dried tomatoes and mix well.
- Pour in the heavy cream, then add fresh spinach leaves and parmesan cheese. Stir until combined.
- Return the shrimp to the skillet, gently mixing with the sauce. Allow it to simmer until thickened.
- Serve over your choice of pasta or grains, garnished with fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 210mg