One Pan Creamy Garlic Shrimp
A quick and flavorful dish featuring shrimp in a rich, creamy garlic sauce, perfect for busy weeknights and special occasions alike.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 1/2 tablespoons grass-fed butter or ghee Use for sautéing.
- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp (deveined, with tails on) Ensure shrimp are dry before cooking.
- 1/2 yellow onion (diced)
- 1/2 cup bone broth (chicken) Can substitute with vegetable broth.
- 8 ounces sun-dried tomatoes (in olive oil) May use fresh tomatoes if necessary.
- 15 ounces canned coconut milk For creaminess and flavor.
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 8 cups spinach (lightly packed)
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning To enhance the dish's flavor.
- Kosher salt (to taste) Season according to preference.
- Black pepper (to taste) For seasoning.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 1/2 tablespoons of ghee or butter. Once melted, add 6 minced garlic cloves and sauté for about 1 minute, stirring frequently.
- Pat the 1 1/2 pounds of shrimp dry and add them to the skillet. Cook for about 2 minutes on each side until they are just opaque throughout. Remove the shrimp and transfer them to a bowl.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and add 1/2 diced yellow onion to the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the onion is soft and translucent.
- Pour in 1/2 cup of bone broth and scrape the brown bits from the bottom of the pan. Cook until the broth reduces by at least 50%.
- Incorporate 1 tablespoon of oil from the sun-dried tomatoes jar and add the drained, julienned sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in 15 ounces of canned coconut milk along with 2 tablespoons of nutritional yeast. Once the mixture reaches a boil, reduce the heat to medium-low.
- Stir in 8 cups of lightly packed spinach and cook until slightly wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the pan, sprinkle with 2 teaspoons of Italian seasoning, and toss to combine. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, allowing all flavors to meld. Season with kosher salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, ideally paired with cauliflower rice.
Notes
For a varied flavor, consider adding curry powder or fresh herbs like parsley. Ensure not to overcook the shrimp; they should be just opaque for the best texture.