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Creamy Garlic Shrimp With Parmesan – Easy Keto Recipe

Seared shrimp stay plump and sweet, bathed in a rich and cheesy cream sauce with fresh basil and just the right amount of spice. This creamy shrimp with parmesan is a super delicious keto dinner!
Course Appetizer, dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Keto
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 17 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 690kcal
Author Mihaela

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp oil from jarred sun-dried tomatoes
  • 1 1/2 lb (700g) raw jumbo shrimp peeled, deveined with tails on
  • 1/2 yellow onion finely chopped
  • 2-3 large garlic cloves minced
  • 2 oz (56g) oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes drained and small chopped
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) low-sodium fish or vegetable stock
  • 1 1/2 cups (360ml) heavy cream
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp crushed chili flakes or to taste
  • 1 cup (100g) fresh grated Parmesan
  • sea salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup (24g) packed fresh basil leaves plus more for garnish

Instructions

  • In a large non-stick skillet over medium heat, heat the oil from the sun-dried tomatoes.
  • Season the shrimp with salt and pepper, then sear them in 2 batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Cook for 1-2 minutes on each side, until just pink. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  • In the same preheated skillet, add the onion, garlic, and sun-dried tomatoes.
  • Sauté for about 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently.
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  • Add the stock and stir to remove all brown bits stuck on the bottom of the pan.
  • Bring to a gentle simmer until reduced by half.
  • Reduce the heat to a medium-low.
  • Add the cream, paprika, and crushed chili flakes to the skillet and stir until a creamy sauce forms.
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  • Add the Parmesan, stirring until melted into the sauce. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • Add the shrimp back to the skillet and reheat for 1-2 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with fresh basil and serve!

Video

Notes

For best results, check out my detailed Tips & Tricks in the post above before cooking this easy keto shrimp recipe. Here's a quick summary of what's covered:
  1. For easy ingredient swaps to make this creamy shrimp recipe your own, see Tip #1.
  2. Tip #2 includes all of my favorite serving recommendations for keto shrimp in parmesan sauce.
  3. And for time-saving tricks, head to Tip #3 (if this easy recipe isn't fast enough!)

Nutrition

Calories: 690kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 47g | Fat: 52g | Saturated Fat: 26g | Cholesterol: 573mg | Sodium: 1906mg | Potassium: 511mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 2287IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 607mg | Iron: 5mg