Description
Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes is a comforting and flavorful dish. Tender shrimp are sautéed and served in a rich garlic Parmesan cream sauce, all piled high on fluffy mashed potatoes. It’s an easy yet elegant meal perfect for weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Mashed Potatoes:
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet Potatoes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted Butter
- 1/2 cup Milk
- Salt to taste
- For the Shrimp:
- 1 pound Peeled and deveined Shrimp
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- For the Cream Sauce:
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
- 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme (for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes: Place cubed potatoes in salted water and bring to a boil. Cook for about 15 minutes until they are fork-tender, then drain and set aside.
- Mash the potatoes: In a mixing bowl, mash the drained potatoes with butter and warmed milk until smooth and creamy. Season with salt to taste, then keep warm.
- Cook the shrimp: In a skillet, toss the peeled shrimp with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Heat the skillet and sauté the shrimp for 2–3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the cream sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter and add minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream, bring to a gentle simmer, and stir in Parmesan cheese and Dijon mustard (if using). Let simmer for 3–5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Assemble the dish: Plate the warm, creamy mashed potatoes, top with the sautéed shrimp, and generously drizzle the garlic Parmesan sauce over everything. Garnish with fresh thyme.
Notes
- For a bit of spice, add a sprinkle of red chili flakes on top.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Avoid waxy potatoes for the best creamy texture.
- Warm the milk before adding it to the potatoes for a smoother mash.
- Do not overcrowd the skillet when cooking shrimp to ensure even searing.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as you go.
- Consider adding a splash of white wine or red chili flakes to the sauce for extra flavor.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing and Mashing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg