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Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes served on a plate with sauce and parsley

Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes

Emily Wilson
This creamy garlic shrimp over mashed potatoes is a cozy, flavorful dinner that feels indulgent but comes together in just 30 minutes. A buttery mashed potato base is topped with tender shrimp in a rich garlic-Parmesan cream sauce, making it perfect for both weeknights and special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Comfort Food
Servings 4 plates
Calories 520 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Strainer
  • Mixing spoon
  • Masher or ricer

Ingredients
  

Mashed Potatoes

  • 2 pounds russet potatoes peeled and quartered
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 0.5 cup whole milk or heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Creamy Garlic Shrimp

  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Place potatoes in a large pot. Cover with cold salted water and bring to a boil. Cook until fork-tender, then drain and return to the pot.
  • Add butter to the potatoes and mash until smooth. Slowly stir in warm milk until desired consistency is reached. Season with salt and pepper. Keep warm.
  • In a skillet, heat olive oil or butter. Add minced garlic and cook for one minute until fragrant. Add shrimp and cook two to three minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add chicken broth and simmer briefly. Stir in cream, Parmesan, and lemon juice. Let it cook until slightly thickened. Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
  • Return shrimp to the skillet. Toss in the sauce and warm through. Spoon mashed potatoes onto plates, top with shrimp and sauce, and garnish with parsley.

Notes

For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream. You can also try mashed cauliflower to reduce carbs.
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Calories: 520
Protein: 28 g
Carbohydrates: 32 g
Fat: 32 g
Saturated Fat: 17 g
Cholesterol: 215 mg
Sodium: 620 mg
Fiber: 3 g
Sugar: 2 g
Potassium: —
Vitamin A: —
Vitamin C: —
Calcium: —
Iron: —