Description
Craving a rich and satisfying meal that’s both easy and elegant? Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes delivers everything you need for a perfect dinner — juicy seared shrimp coated in a velvety garlic cream sauce, all piled high on buttery mashed potatoes. It’s the kind of dish that comforts with every bite and impresses without much fuss. Whether you’re searching for quick dinner ideas, hearty comfort food, or simply a flavorful and easy recipe, this shrimp and mash duo is here to elevate your evening meal. Ideal for cozy nights, special occasions, or when you want to spoil yourself with something indulgent yet simple.
Ingredients
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 tablespoons butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1⁄2 cup chicken broth
1⁄3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1⁄4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
3 cups mashed potatoes
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Season shrimp with salt and pepper.
2. In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Sear shrimp 1–2 minutes per side, then remove and set aside.
3. Add remaining butter to the skillet. Sauté garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Pour in chicken broth and simmer for 1–2 minutes.
5. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan. Simmer gently until sauce thickens slightly.
6. Add shrimp back to skillet and cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring to coat.
7. Stir in parsley and chili flakes if using.
8. Spoon shrimp and sauce over mashed potatoes. Serve hot.
Notes
Use fresh or thawed shrimp and pat dry to prevent watery sauce.
For an extra layer of flavor, add a splash of white wine before the cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 225mg
Keywords: easy dinner, creamy shrimp, mashed potatoes, comfort food