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Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes

Healthy Fact of the Day

Shrimp are an excellent source of lean protein and selenium, an important antioxidant. Pairing them with potatoes provides complex carbohydrates for sustained energy, while garlic offers immune-supporting compounds.

This Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes elevates weeknight dining with restaurant-quality flavors that come together in just minutes. The succulent shrimp swim in a velvety garlic Parmesan cream sauce that’s perfectly complemented by a bed of fluffy mashed potatoes. It’s an impressive dish that feels special enough for date night but easy enough for any evening.

If you love this creamy seafood indulgence, you’ll also enjoy our Seared Scallops with Spicy Cajun Cream Sauce for another elegant shellfish dish. For a similar comfort combination, try the Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Parmesan Cream Sauce—it delivers that same rich, garlicky satisfaction over your favorite sides.

Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes

Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes

Recipe by Daily Disher

Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes features tender shrimp in a luscious garlic Parmesan cream sauce, perfectly paired with fluffy mashed potatoes for an elegant comfort meal.

Course: MainCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
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Servings

4

servings
Prep time

20

minutes
Cooking time

30

minutes
Calories

600

kcal

50

minutes

    Ingredients

    • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

    • 4 cloves garlic, minced

    • 2 tablespoons butter

    • 1 cup heavy cream

    • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

    • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

    • 1 teaspoon salt

    • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

    • 4 cups mashed potatoes

    • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

    Directions

    • Melt the butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until it’s fragrant and golden, about 1 minute.
    • Add the shrimp to the pan, cooking until they turn pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the shrimp and set aside.
    • Pour the heavy cream into the pan, scraping the bottom to release any brown bits for extra flavor. Simmer gently for 3-4 minutes.
    • Stir in the Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Continue stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
    • Return the shrimp to the pan, making sure they are well coated with the sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
    • Serve the creamy garlic shrimp over a bed of fluffy mashed potatoes and garnish with chopped parsley.

    Nutrition Facts

    • Total number of serves: 4
    • Calories: 250kcal
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 620mg
    • Potassium: 400mg
    • Sugar: 8g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 2mg

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