Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes
Creamy Garlic Shrimp over Mashed Potatoes is a luxurious yet simple dish that elevates your dining experience with its rich flavors and comforting textures. Tender shrimp are sautéed in a velvety garlic sauce and served atop buttery mashed potatoes, creating a meal that is sure to impress family and friends alike. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe combines ease of preparation with gourmet appeal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (homemade or instant)
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the mashed potatoes by boiling peeled potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (15-20 minutes). Drain and mash with butter, cream, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (1 minute). Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; stir to combine. Simmer on low for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in chopped parsley; season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve the creamy shrimp over the prepared mashed potatoes, garnishing with additional parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 270mg