Description
Indulge in the flavors of Italy with this rich and creamy Tuscan Shrimp recipe. Succulent shrimp cooked in a luscious tomato and cream sauce, finished off with spinach and Parmesan cheese for a decadent dish that’s perfect for a special dinner.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Sauce:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Shrimp: Heat olive oil and butter. Season and cook shrimp until pink. Set aside.
- Prepare Sauce: Sauté garlic, red pepper flakes. Add tomatoes, broth, cream, Parmesan. Cook until thickened.
- Finish Dish: Add spinach, return shrimp. Cook briefly. Serve garnished.
Notes
- Serve over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread for dipping.
- For a dairy-free version, use coconut cream and omit the Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 760 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 31 g
- Cholesterol: 225 mg
