Description
Indulge in a comforting Southern classic with this Creamy Shrimp and Biscuits recipe. Succulent shrimp cooked in a rich, creamy sauce served over warm, flaky biscuits make this dish a delightful meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Shrimp:
- 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
For the Biscuits:
- 1 can (8 count) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Biscuits: Preheat oven and bake biscuits according to package directions; set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux. Gradually whisk in the milk and cream until smooth. Cook, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens, about 3–4 minutes.
- Season and Add Shrimp: Stir in Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Add the shrimp and cook for 3–4 minutes, or until pink and cooked through.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from heat and stir in green onions and parsley. To serve, split the warm biscuits and spoon the creamy shrimp mixture over each half.
Notes
- For added flavor, sauté a bit of minced garlic or chopped celery with the butter before adding flour.
- You can also use homemade biscuits if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 biscuits with shrimp sauce
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 175mg
