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Quick Creamy Garlic Butter Tuscan Shrimp

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A rich and comforting shrimp dish with a creamy garlic butter sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach, ready in under 25 minutes. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or last-minute cravings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil, drained)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Pinch or two of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Optional: squeeze of fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat in a large skillet.
  3. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp to a plate and set aside.
  4. Lower heat to medium and add remaining butter to the skillet.
  5. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  6. Toss in chopped sun-dried tomatoes and sauté for another minute.
  7. Stir in softened cream cheese until it melts into a smooth sauce.
  8. Gradually add Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously to create a creamy base. If sauce is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of water or broth to loosen.
  9. Sprinkle Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir and let the sauce simmer gently for 1-2 minutes.
  10. Stir in chopped spinach and cook until just wilted, about 2 minutes.
  11. Return shrimp to the pan, stir gently to coat, and cook together for 1-2 minutes to warm through.
  12. Remove from heat, sprinkle fresh parsley on top, and add a squeeze of lemon juice if desired.

Notes

Pat shrimp dry before cooking to ensure a good sear and avoid steaming. Soften cream cheese before adding to the pan to prevent lumps. If sauce thickens too much, add a splash of water or broth to loosen. Avoid overcooking shrimp to keep them tender. Optionally add a splash of white wine after garlic and sun-dried tomatoes for extra depth.

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