Creamy Garlic-Paprika Shrimp Skillet
Creamy garlic-paprika shrimp cooked in a rich skillet sauce with spinach and lemon.A one-pan shrimp dinner ready in 30 minutes.Perfect served over rice, orzo, or bread.
Ingredients
- 1 lb peeled and deveined raw shrimp
- 1 tsp sea salt divided
- 3/4 tsp cracked black pepper divided
- 3 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 large shallot finely chopped
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 2 Tbsp tomato paste
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 3/4 cup low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
- 2 tsp paprika
- 2 handfuls fresh baby spinach
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 –2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Pat shrimp dry and season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Heat 2 Tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear shrimp for 3 minutes per side until opaque. Transfer to a plate.
- Lower heat to medium. Add remaining oil, shallots, and bell pepper; cook until softened.
- Stir in garlic, tomato paste, and red pepper flakes. Cook until fragrant and slightly caramelized.
- Deglaze with broth and simmer until reduced by half.
- Add paprika and spinach; cook until wilted.
- Stir in heavy cream, lemon juice, and remaining seasoning.
- Return shrimp to the skillet, spoon sauce over, and finish with parsley.
- Serve warm—this Creamy Garlic-Paprika Shrimp Skillet pairs beautifully with rice or orzo.