Quick Creamy Tuscan Butter Shrimp
A fast and delicious shrimp dish with a rich buttery garlic sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach, ready in just 15 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights when you want something indulgent yet simple.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil, drained)
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup dry white wine (e.g., Sauvignon Blanc), optional
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil leaves, chopped (for garnish)
- Squeeze of fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry the shrimp. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Heat 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat in a large skillet. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute, avoiding browning.
- Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 2 minutes per side until pink and slightly golden. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- Add remaining tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, cooking until spinach wilts, about 2 minutes.
- Pour in white wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits. Simmer 1-2 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Lower heat and stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes if using. Cook gently until cheese melts and sauce thickens, about 3 minutes.
- Return shrimp to the pan and heat through for about 1 minute. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.
Notes
Do not overcook the shrimp to avoid rubbery texture. Keep heat medium-low when adding cream to prevent sauce curdling. Use fresh garlic for best flavor. White wine is optional but adds brightness; chicken broth can be a substitute. For dairy-free, swap butter and cream with coconut oil and full-fat coconut milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/4 of the rec
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 14
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Fiber: 1.5
- Protein: 28
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