Easy Marry Me Shrimp

One bite and you’ll understand the name. This creamy garlic sauce, tender shrimp, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach come together in an irresistible dish that’s earned its playful reputation. It’s an easy, quick seafood dinner that everyone at the table will love.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• That famous creamy sauce. Sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan, and half-and-half combine for a rich, well-balanced base.
• Ready in just 20 minutes. A fast dinner that still feels indulgent.
• Fresh spinach adds balance. A pop of green that keeps the richness in check.
• Versatile serving options. Great over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Ingredients

• 1½ lbs shrimp, peeled and deveined
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp paprika
• ½ tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ cup chicken broth
• 5 oz sun-dried tomatoes, drained and sliced
• 1⅓ cups half-and-half
• ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 large handful baby spinach
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

How to Make Easy Marry Me Shrimp

1. Season the shrimp. Pat the shrimp dry and season with salt, paprika, and Italian seasoning until evenly coated.

2. Sear the shrimp. Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp for 1 to 2 minutes per side until lightly golden. Remove and set aside.

3. Build the flavor base. In the same skillet, sauté onion for 3 to 4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

4. Make the creamy sauce. Pour in the chicken broth and add the sun-dried tomatoes. Simmer for 1 minute. Stir in half-and-half, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Let the sauce gently simmer until slightly thickened.

5. Finish the Easy Marry Me Shrimp. Add spinach and stir until wilted. Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss gently until coated in the creamy sauce.

6. Serve and enjoy. Serve hot over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes. Spoon extra sauce over the top.

Tips for the Best Marry Me Shrimp

• Don’t overcook the shrimp in the first sear. They’ll go back into the sauce briefly, so 1 to 2 minutes per side is enough.
• Let the sauce simmer until slightly thickened. This helps it cling to the shrimp and whatever you’re serving it over.
• Add the spinach just until wilted. This keeps it vibrant rather than overcooked.
• Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest sauce, since pre-shredded cheese can make it slightly grainy.

What to Serve with Marry Me Shrimp

This dish is delicious over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes to soak up the creamy sauce. A simple side salad or crusty bread also pairs nicely.

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