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Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes

Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes for Cozy Nights

This Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes is a quick weeknight dinner with gourmet flair.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound deveined tail-on shrimp For beautiful presentation.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For searing the shrimp.
  • 1 teaspoon paprika Adds smokiness and color.
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Mashed Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes For creamy mashed potatoes.
  • 3 tablespoons butter For richness.
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream For creamy texture.
  • 1 pinch nutmeg Optional, adds depth.
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced for flavor.
  • 1 cup heavy cream For creaminess.
  • 1 cup chicken broth Can substitute with vegetable broth.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese For umami and thickness.
Optional Add-ins or Substitutions
  • to taste nutritional yeast Dairy-free substitute for Parmesan.
  • to taste plant-based butter For a dairy-free option.
  • 1 pound firm white fish or chicken Substitutes for shrimp.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Peel and cube Yukon Gold potatoes, place in salted boiling water, cook for 12-15 mins until tender.
  2. Dry shrimp with paper towels and season with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook shrimp for 2-3 mins on each side until pink.
  4. Melt butter in the skillet, sauté minced garlic, then stir in heavy cream and chicken broth, simmer for 3-5 mins.
  5. Mash cooked potatoes with butter, heavy cream, salt, and nutmeg until smooth.
  6. Fold shrimp into the creamy sauce and heat through, then serve over mashed potatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 1000mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with Garlic Swirl Rolls or arugula salad with lemon vinaigrette for a complete meal.

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