Creamy Garlic Shrimp

🦐 Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients

For the mashed potatoes:

2 lbs potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet), peeled and cubed

4 tbsp butter

1/2 cup milk or heavy cream (warm)

Salt & pepper, to taste

For the creamy garlic shrimp:

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

2 tbsp olive oil or butter

4 garlic cloves, minced

1 cup heavy cream (or half & half for lighter version)

1/2 cup chicken broth

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 tsp Italian seasoning (or a mix of oregano, basil, and thyme)

1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for a little kick)

Salt & black pepper, to taste

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Fresh lemon juice, a squeeze (optional, brightens flavor)

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Instructions

1. Make the mashed potatoes:

Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (about 15–20 min).

Drain and mash with butter, warm milk/cream, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy. Keep warm.

2. Cook the shrimp:

Heat olive oil/butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Season shrimp lightly with salt and pepper, then cook 1–2 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.

3. Make the creamy garlic sauce:

In the same skillet, add a little more butter if needed and sauté garlic for about 30 seconds (don’t burn).

Stir in chicken broth and let it simmer 2 minutes.

Add heavy cream, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning. Simmer until thickened slightly (about 3–5 minutes).

4. Combine:

Return shrimp to skillet, toss in the creamy sauce, and cook for 1–2 minutes more.

Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice if desired.

5. Serve:

Spoon creamy mashed potatoes onto a plate.

Top generously with shrimp and sauce.

Garnish with fresh parsley.