Creamy Tuscan Shrimp

Creamy Tuscan Shrimp

This Creamy Tuscan Shrimp is loaded with flavor! Succulent shrimp in creamy and rich garlic Parmesan sauce with sun dried tomatoes and spinach. The perfect easy shrimp recipe to impress your guests if you increase the portions.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 - 4 garlic cloves, chopped finely (1 tablespoon minced from a jar)
• 1/2 pound large or jumbo shrimp
• Salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1/2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 cup onion, chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1/4 cup white wine (optional)
• 1/4 cup sun dried tomato strips (optional)
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup water or vegetable broth
• 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 ½ cups fresh baby spinach leaves
• 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped finely (1 teaspoon dried)
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped finely (1 teaspoon dried)

If Serving Over Pasta

• 4 ounces pasta cooked until al dente, drained
• 1/2 cup reserved pasta cooking water

Instructions

In a large skillet over low heat, melt the butter and add the garlic. Cook on low for 2 - 3 minutes. Don't let the garlic get browned.

Season the shrimp with salt and pepper. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook on medium heat for about 2 minutes per side or just until it starts getting pink. You want the shrimp a bit under cooked. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.

In the same skillet, heat the olive oil over medium high heat. Add the chopped onions and cook for about 3 - 4 minutes or until they become soft and translucent. Add the wine and scrape the bottom of the skillet.  Cook for about 3 minutes or until the wine reduces by about half.

Add the sundried tomato strips and mix well. Cook for a couple of minutes. Stir in the heavy cream and water or broth and seasonings. Simmer over low heat stirring frequently for about 2 - 3 minutes.

Add the spinach leaves and allow to wilt. Add the Parmesan cheese and mix to combine. You are welcome to adjust seasoning to your taste.

Return the shrimp to the skillet. If using fresh add the fresh herbs and gently mix well to combine. Let the shrimp cook for about 2 - 3 minutes or until cooked through.