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Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes

Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes: A Comfort Food Dream

Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes is a luxurious, quick dinner option that's perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Shrimp Peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Can substitute with butter
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Can swap for Cajun seasoning
  • to taste teaspoon Salt
  • to taste teaspoon Pepper
For the Mashed Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Potatoes Yukon Gold preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Use plant-based butter if dairy-free
For the Sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh is best
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can use half-and-half
  • ½ cup Chicken Broth Ensure gluten-free if necessary
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Can use nutritional yeast for dairy-free
  • ¼ teaspoon Nutmeg Use sparingly

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Masher

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Peel and cube the Yukon Gold potatoes. Boil in salted water for 12–15 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and let steam dry.
  2. Pat the shrimp dry, season with paprika, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the shrimp for about 2 minutes on each side until pink. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter, add garlic and sauté for 30–45 seconds. Whisk in heavy cream and chicken broth, simmer for about a minute.
  5. Gradually add Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and the sauce thickens (3–4 minutes). Add nutmeg and adjust seasoning.
  6. Mash the boiled potatoes with butter and heavy cream until smooth. Season with salt.
  7. Combine the shrimp with the sauce and heat through for 2–3 minutes.
  8. Serve mashed potatoes topped with creamy garlic shrimp and sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure shrimp are dry for better searing. Adjust seasoning to taste and consider adding side salad for balance.

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