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Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes

Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes: Your Quick Comfort Fix

Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes is a quick and elegant comfort food dish ready in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound shrimp firm white fish or chicken can be substituted if avoiding shellfish
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil use any high smoke point oil if needed
  • 1 teaspoon paprika or Cajun seasoning for a spicy kick
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Mashed Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes or red potatoes, or cauliflower for keto-friendly option
  • 2 tablespoons butter use plant-based butter for dairy-free option
  • 1 cup heavy cream or consider half-and-half or a mix of whole milk and melted butter
For the Sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic freshly minced is best
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth ensure it’s gluten-free if necessary
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese nutritional yeast can substitute for dairy-free versions
  • 1 pinch nutmeg optional but highly recommended

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • Potato masher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Peel and cube the Yukon Gold potatoes. Place in a large pot, cover with water, and add salt. Boil, then simmer for 12-15 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and set aside.
  2. While cooking potatoes, pat shrimp dry, season with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Set aside to infuse flavors.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Sear shrimp for about 2 minutes on each side until cooked through. Remove from skillet.
  4. In the same skillet, lower heat, melt butter, sauté minced garlic for 1 minute. Add heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring well. Gradually add Parmesan, season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
  5. Add butter and heavy cream to drained potatoes. Mash until smooth and creamy, adjust seasoning.
  6. Return shrimp to sauce, cook on low heat for 1-2 minutes, gently stir to coat the shrimp.
  7. Serve by spooning mashed potatoes onto plates, top with shrimp and sauce, garnishing with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfect for busy weeknights and can be adapted to various dietary needs.

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