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Creamy Garlic Tuscan Shrimp Recipe Easy Homemade Dinner with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Spinach

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A quick and easy creamy garlic Tuscan shrimp dish featuring sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach, perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or thawed frozen shrimp; wild-caught preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil preferred)
  • 4 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • A handful fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 pound (450g) large shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Set aside.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil and 2 tablespoons unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Once melted and shimmering, add 4 cloves minced garlic. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Add ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes and stir for another 1-2 minutes to release their oils and flavor.
  4. Increase heat to medium-high. Add shrimp in a single layer. Season lightly with salt, black pepper, and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning. Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
  5. Lower heat to medium. Pour in 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream, stirring to deglaze the pan and scrape up any browned bits. Let cream simmer gently for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Stir in ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt, pepper, and ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes if using.
  7. Toss in 4 cups fresh baby spinach, stirring until wilted—about 2 minutes.
  8. Return cooked shrimp to the skillet, stirring to coat in the creamy sauce. Let everything heat through for about 1-2 minutes.
  9. Remove from heat and sprinkle with freshly chopped basil. Serve immediately over cooked pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.

Notes

If the sauce gets too thick, add a splash of chicken broth or water to loosen it. Watch shrimp carefully to avoid overcooking; they should curl into a loose ‘C’ shape when done. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast. For low-fat, use half-and-half or Greek yogurt added off heat.

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Keywords: creamy garlic Tuscan shrimp, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, easy dinner, weeknight meal, shrimp recipe, creamy sauce, Italian seasoning

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