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Creamy garlic shrimp over mashed potatoes with herbs and spices

Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes

A comforting dish featuring succulent shrimp in a rich garlic sauce served over creamy mashed potatoes, perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Garlic Shrimp
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined Use fresh shrimp for best flavor, but frozen is acceptable if thawed.
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Adjust amount to taste.
  • 1 cup heavy cream For a lighter version, use half and half.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • for garnish Chopped parsley
For the Mashed Potatoes
  • 2 pounds potatoes Prepared into mashed potatoes.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  2. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Add shrimp and cook until pink and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Pour in heavy cream and lemon juice, stir to combine, and let simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serving
  1. Serve the creamy garlic shrimp over fluffy mashed potatoes and garnish with chopped parsley.

Notes

Store leftovers in separate airtight containers for up to two days. Reheat gently. Add more butter or heavy cream for creamier mashed potatoes. Customize with spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for added flavor.