Description
Garlic Parmesan Shrimp is a quick and flavorful seafood dish that beautifully combines succulent shrimp with the rich flavors of garlic and creamy Parmesan cheese. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at special occasions. The buttery garlic sauce enhances each bite, making it an irresistible option for any meal. Serve it over pasta, rice, or as a standalone appetizer, and watch as everyone at the table goes back for seconds. With just a handful of fresh ingredients and simple preparation steps, Garlic Parmesan Shrimp is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp (cleaned and deveined)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients: clean the shrimp, mince the garlic, and chop the parsley.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter completely.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add shrimp to the skillet, seasoning lightly with salt and pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Reduce heat to low; sprinkle Parmesan cheese over shrimp and stir gently until melted into a creamy sauce.
- Stir in chopped parsley before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 220mg