Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes: A Cozy Indulgence
A delightful dish featuring succulent shrimp in a creamy garlic sauce served over comforting mashed potatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup milk
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender. Drain and mash them, adding milk and butter until creamy.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Pour in the heavy cream, stir, and let it simmer for a few minutes until thickened.
- Serve the creamy shrimp over the mashed potatoes, garnished with parsley.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the shrimp.
- Can substitute heavy cream with a lighter cream for a less rich version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Creamy Garlic Shrimp, Mashed Potatoes, Cozy Dinner