These Creamy Garlic Shrimp can be eaten as a topping for pasta, rice, or grits, or as they are with a couple of slices of crusty bread to sop up all that amazing sauce. They are creamy, garlicky, zesty, and slightly spicy. Just perfect!
Ingredients For Creamy Garlic Shrimp
- Peeled and deveined shrimp
- Olive oil or avocado oil
- Dry white wine
- Garlic
- Fresh parsley
- Chicken broth
- Dried oregano
- Dried basil
- Red pepper flakes
- Mustard powder
- Heavy cream
- Parmesan cheese
- Lemon juice
How To Make Creamy Garlic Shrimp
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the shrimp for 1 ½ minutes on each side until opaque. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
- Add the garlic to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds. Pour in the wine and simmer until reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Add the chicken broth, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, and mustard powder. Simmer for 5-6 minutes until slightly thick.
- Reduce the heat to low and add the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese has melted. Return the shrimp to the skillet and cook for one minute to warm them up. Squeeze the lemon juice on top and serve over freshly cooked pasta or rice.
How Do I Prevent The Shrimp From Overcooking?
Do not excede the indicated cooking time. 1 ½ minutes per side is all you need. Immediately transfer them to a plate. Remember they will finish cooking in the oven.
Can I Use Frozen Shrimp For This Recipe?
Yes, you can use frozen shrimp, but make sure they are completely thawed before using them. You can thaw them under cool running water. Always pat them dry before cooking them.
Can I Prepare This Dish Aheaf Of Time?
I would not recommend making this dish ahead of time. Shrimp are best when cooked fresh. However, you can make the sauce ahead of time, heat it up, and cook the shrimp prior to serving.
How Do I Stop The Cream From Curdling?
To prevent the cream from curdling the heat should be set to low before adding the lemon juice. Don’t let the sauce boil once the cream has been added.

30-Minute Easy Creamy Garlic Shrimp
Equipment
- Knife and cutting board
- Large skillet
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive or avocado oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- ½ cup dry white wine
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¼ tsp dry oregano
- ¼ tsp dry basil
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (or to taste)
- ½ tsp mustard powder
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Juice of one lemon
- Pinch of salt
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the shrimp for 1 ½ minutes on each side until opaque. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
- Add the garlic to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds. Pour in the wine and simmer until reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Add the chicken broth, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, and mustard powder. Simmer for 5-6 minutes until slightly thick.
- Reduce the heat to low and add the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese has melted. Return the shrimp to the skillet and cook for one minute to warm them up. Check the seasoning and add a pinch of salt if needed. Squeeze the lemon juice on top and serve over freshly cooked pasta or rice.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Creamy Garlic Shrimp
1. What If I Don’t Want To Use White Wine?
You don’t have to use wine if you don’t want to, just substitute with the same amount of chicken broth. The flavor might vary a little, but it will still be delicious.
2. What’s The Best Way To Grate Parmesan Cheese?
For the smoothest melt, use a fine grater to grate a fresh wedge of cheese. I would not recommend using pre-grated cheese because it contains anti-caking agents that can affect the texture of the sauce by preventing it from melting properly.
3. Can I Use Pre-Minced Garlic From A Jar?
Jarred garlic might be milder in flavor than fresh garlic. You can use it if you’re in a pinch, but remember the flavor will not be exactly the same.
4. How Do I Know When The Sauce Is Reduced Enough?
You will need to eyeball this one. It usually takes about 3 minutes of simmering to reduce that amount of white wine by half.
5. What Type Of Cream Should I Use?
Heavy cream is best for this recipe. It produces the best texture and richness in the sauce.