Here’s a rich and flavorful Creamy Tuscan Shrimp recipe—succulent shrimp in a garlicky, sun-dried tomato cream sauce 🍤🍅🥬
🍤 Creamy Tuscan Shrimp
🧺 Ingredients (serves 2–4)
- 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (oil-packed preferred)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes for heat
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions
- Cook Shrimp
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season shrimp with salt and pepper.
- Cook shrimp 2–3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Prepare Sauce
- In the same skillet, sauté onion and garlic until fragrant (2–3 minutes).
- Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and Italian seasoning, cooking 1–2 minutes.
- Add Cream & Broth
- Stir in heavy cream and chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and sauce thickens slightly.
- Add Spinach & Shrimp
- Stir in fresh spinach until wilted.
- Return shrimp to the skillet, coating them in the creamy sauce.
- Serve
- Garnish with parsley and optional red pepper flakes.
- Serve hot over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.
🌟 Tips
- For extra flavor, deglaze the pan with a splash of white wine before adding cream.
- Use full-fat cream for a richer sauce.
- Can be made ahead: cook shrimp separately and reheat in sauce just before serving.
I can also give a 30-minute one-pan version that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.