Description
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of this 25-Minute Creamy Pesto Shrimp. Juicy shrimp are enveloped in a rich, creamy pesto sauce that’s easy to make and perfect for busy weeknights. This dish not only tantalizes your taste buds but also brings a touch of elegance to your dinner table. Serve it over pasta or rice for a quick meal that feels special.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, deveined
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. **Prep Your Ingredients**: Thaw and pat dry the shrimp.
- 2. **Sauté Garlic**: In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- 3. **Cook Shrimp**: Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink and opaque (3-4 minutes).
- 4. **Add Cream & Pesto**: Lower heat, stir in heavy cream followed by pesto sauce until well combined.
- 5. **Incorporate Parmesan**: Stir in grated Parmesan until melted and creamy.
- 6. **Serve**: Spoon over pasta or rice, garnishing with extra Parmesan or fresh basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 250mg