Ingredients
1 1/4 pounds extra large shrimp (21/25 count, peeled and deveined)
1 teaspoon dried basil
Salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon butter for cooking the shrimp
1 tablespoon butter for sautΓ©ing the garlic
1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 3 cloves)
3/4 cup chicken broth
3 ounces chopped spinach (about 2 packed cups)
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon chicken broth for mixing with cornstarch
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese (1.5 ounces)
Extra large shrimp
Tofu or tempeh for vegans
Heavy cream and Parmesan
Dairy-free alternatives
Chopped spinach
Kale or Swiss chard
Instructions
1-First, season 1 1/4 pounds of extra large shrimp with 1 teaspoon dried basil, salt, and pepper. Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat and cook the shrimp in a single layer until pink on both sides, about 3 minutes total. Remove the shrimp and set it aside to keep it juicy.
2-Next, in the same skillet, melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and sautΓ© 1 tablespoon minced garlic until lightly golden, which takes about 30 seconds. Add 3/4 cup chicken broth and 3 ounces chopped spinach, cooking until the spinach begins to wilt, around 1 minute.
3-Then, stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream and a mixture of 2 teaspoons cornstarch combined with 1 tablespoon chicken broth. Let the sauce thicken for about 2 minutes, then mix in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese until it melts smoothly. Finally, fold in the cooked shrimp and remove from heat. Serve over pasta or spaghetti squash for a complete meal that everyone will enjoy.
Last Step:
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π¦ Make sure not to overcook shrimp for tender texture.
πΏ Fresh spinach works best but frozen can be used if well drained.
π§ Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and smooth sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: SautΓ©ing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 155 mg
