Creamy Garlic Shrimp: Indulgent Delight Over Mashed Potatoes
Enjoy a rich and decadent creamy garlic shrimp served over warm, buttery mashed potatoes, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 4 cups mashed potatoes
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in the shrimp and cook until they turn pink.
- Add heavy cream and paprika, stirring until combined and heated through.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Serve the shrimp mixture over warm mashed potatoes and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a splash of lemon juice before serving.
- Pair the dish with a side of steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Creamy Garlic Shrimp, Mashed Potatoes, Comfort Food