Go Back
Creamy_Garlic_Parmesan_Shrimp_with_Toasted_Bread

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Shrimp with Toasted Bread

This creamy garlic Parmesan shrimp combines juicy seared shrimp with a rich sauce made from garlic, butter, heavy cream, Parmesan, chicken broth, lemon, and Italian seasoning. Served with crisp toasted bread for soaking up the sauce, it makes an indulgent seafood dinner in just 25 minutes.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 720
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 baguette or crusty French bread, sliced

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Tongs or silicone spatula
  • Plate For holding the seared shrimp
  • Baking sheet or toaster For toasting the bread

Method
 

  1. Pat the shrimp dry, then season with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Toss gently until every shrimp is evenly coated.
  2. Heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and sear for 1 to 2 minutes per side until golden and nearly cooked through. Transfer the shrimp to a plate.
  3. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter to the same skillet. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir well and let the creamy garlic sauce simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes.
  5. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and lemon juice. Continue cooking gently until the Parmesan melts and the sauce becomes smooth, creamy, and slightly thickened.
  6. Return the shrimp to the skillet and gently coat them in the creamy garlic Parmesan sauce. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, just until the shrimp are fully cooked and tender.
  7. Toast the baguette or French bread slices until crisp and golden.
  8. Sprinkle the garlic Parmesan shrimp with fresh parsley and a few extra red pepper flakes. Serve immediately with the warm toasted bread.

Notes

Pat the shrimp dry before seasoning so they sear instead of steaming.
Do not fully cook the shrimp during the first sear because they will finish cooking in the sauce.
Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest sauce.
Keep the cream sauce at a gentle simmer to reduce the chance of separation.
Toast the bread while the sauce simmers so everything is ready to serve hot at the same time.
Frozen shrimp may be used if fully thawed and patted dry before cooking.
Half-and-half may be substituted for heavy cream, though the finished sauce will be thinner and less rich.
The shrimp and sauce may also be served over pasta for a heartier meal.