Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes
Indulge in the comforting flavors of creamy garlic shrimp served over a bed of fluffy mashed potatoes. This quick and easy dish is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Prepared mashed potatoes (amount as desired)
Instructions
- Prepare mashed potatoes according to your favorite recipe. Keep warm.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through.
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese and parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Serve the creamy garlic shrimp over a bed of mashed potatoes. Garnish with extra parsley, if desired.
Notes
For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce. Serve with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
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