Creamy Garlic-Paprika Shrimp Skillet
A quick and rich skillet dish featuring seared shrimp in a creamy garlic and smoked paprika sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails optional) Pat dry before seasoning.
- 3 cloves garlic, minced finely
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing.
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Adjust to taste.
- 1 cup heavy cream For the sauce.
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat shrimp very dry with paper towels. Season evenly with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Finely mince the garlic cloves.
Cooking
- Warm a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil until it shimmers.
- Place shrimp in a single layer, cooking for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Remove shrimp to a plate.
- Lower heat to medium, add minced garlic, and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring for 2–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat for 30–60 seconds to warm through.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
For a lighter sauce, use half-and-half. For a dairy-free option, substitute heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk.