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Easy Creamy Mushroom Shrimp Dinner Recipe

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A quick and indulgent one-skillet dinner featuring golden mushrooms and succulent shrimp in a velvety garlic cream sauce. Ready in under 20 minutes with simple ingredients, this restaurant-quality meal is perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup chicken broth
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon salt, plus more for seasoning shrimp
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • Cooked pasta or crusty bread, for serving

Instructions

  1. Prep the shrimp: If your shrimp aren’t already peeled and deveined, do that first. Pat them dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  2. Sear the mushrooms: Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once melted and sizzling, add the sliced mushrooms in a single layer. Let them sit undisturbed for 3-4 minutes until golden brown on one side, then stir and cook another 2-3 minutes until deeply caramelized. Transfer to a plate.
  3. Cook the shrimp: In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. Once hot, add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp to the same plate as the mushrooms.
  4. Build the sauce: Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic to the skillet and stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for 1 minute.
  5. Add the cream: Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly. If using Parmesan, stir it in now until fully melted.
  6. Combine everything: Return the mushrooms and shrimp to the skillet, along with any juices. Stir gently to coat everything in the sauce. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until heated through. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes if desired.
  7. Serve immediately: Spoon over cooked pasta, rice, or alongside crusty bread. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.

Notes

Pat shrimp very dry before cooking for best browning. Don’t rush the mushrooms—let them caramelize undisturbed. Keep heat at medium-low when adding cream to prevent curdling. Season in layers for best flavor. Best served immediately.

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