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Tuscan Shrimp Easy Creamy Garlic Shrimp

Tuscan Shrimp is a creamy one-skillet shrimp recipe with garlic and Parmesan.Fresh spinach and sun-dried tomatoes add color and rich flavor.It is an easy Italian-inspired dinner ready in about 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian-inspired

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp

  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined, tails on
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

For the Sauce

  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • ½ tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1½ cups heavy cream
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil drained and chopped
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 5 –6 fresh basil leaves roughly chopped

Instructions
 

  • Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels, then season evenly with salt and black pepper.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of butter and allow it to melt.
  • Add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2–3 minutes on each side, flipping once, until pink, opaque, and cooked through. Transfer the shrimp to a plate and loosely cover with foil.
  • Add the remaining tablespoon of butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, stirring frequently until fragrant.
  • Pour in the heavy cream and gently scrape the bottom of the skillet to incorporate the flavorful browned bits.
  • Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and simmer for 2–3 minutes over medium-low heat.
  • Add the spinach and stir until it softens and wilts into the creamy sauce.
  • Add Parmesan, salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and optional red pepper flakes. Stir gently until the Parmesan melts and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
  • Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet. Simmer the Tuscan Shrimp for about 1 minute, just long enough to warm the shrimp and coat them thoroughly in the sauce.
  • Sprinkle with roughly chopped fresh basil and serve immediately.

Notes

For the best texture, use large or jumbo shrimp that have been peeled and deveined. You can remove the tails before cooking if you prefer easier eating.
This Tuscan shrimp with spinach is delicious served over fettuccine, linguine, rice, or mashed potatoes. For a lower-carb option, pair it with cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles, or simply serve it alongside roasted vegetables.
A piece of warm crusty bread is another excellent option for soaking up the creamy sun-dried tomato and Parmesan sauce.