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Creamy Tuscan Shrimp

Creamy Tuscan Shrimp in 30 Minutes for a Cozy Dinner Delight

Creamy Tuscan Shrimp is a delightful, high-protein, gluten-free dish that takes just 30 minutes to prepare.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, coarse
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
For the Cooking Base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil use high-quality extra virgin
For the Sauce
  • 4 oz sun-dried tomatoes, chopped choose oil-packed for richer flavor
  • 14 oz artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
  • 4 oz fresh spinach can be swapped with kale
  • 1 cup heavy cream or substitute with coconut milk

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season shrimp with smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Add shrimp and minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 2 minutes on each side, until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet.
  2. In the same skillet, add sun-dried tomatoes and artichoke hearts. Sauté for about 1 minute. Then, toss in fresh spinach and cook until just wilted.
  3. Pour in heavy cream and stir in smoked paprika. Increase heat to bring to a gentle simmer. Stir for about 2-3 minutes as the sauce thickens. Adjust salt to taste.
  4. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss gently in the creamy sauce. Simmer for another 2 minutes until shrimp are fully heated through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve over spiralized zucchini or with crusty bread to soak up the sauce. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheated gently on the stove.

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