Creamy Paprika Garlic Shrimp (Printer-Friendly Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ For the Shrimp
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1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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½ teaspoon sweet paprika
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½ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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1 tablespoon olive oil
→ For the Creamy Sauce
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
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1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter version)
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½ cup chicken broth (or seafood broth for extra flavor)
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½ teaspoon onion powder
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½ teaspoon dried oregano
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¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (optional, for more spice)
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
→ For Garnish & Serving
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
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Extra Parmesan cheese for sprinkling
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Rice, pasta, or crusty bread for serving
# Let's Cook!:
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In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with smoked paprika, sweet paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for about 2 minutes per side until pink and slightly crispy. Remove from the skillet and set aside
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In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant
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Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits. Stir in the heavy cream, onion powder, dried oregano, and cayenne pepper. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened
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Lower the heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt into the sauce. Add fresh lemon juice to brighten the flavors
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Add the seared shrimp back to the skillet and toss gently to coat in the creamy sauce. Let simmer for another 2 minutes
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Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread
# Cook's Notes:
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Can substitute half-and-half for a lighter sauce
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Seafood broth can be used for extra flavor
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Adjust spice level with optional red pepper flakes and cayenne