Creamy Shrimp Scampi



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Prep Time:
20 mins

Cook Time:
25 mins

Total Time:
45 mins

Servings:
4


Ingredients

  • ¼cupflour
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 24large shrimp in shell (21 to 25 per lb), peeled and deveined
  • 2tablespoonsolive oil
  • 2tablespoonsfinely chopped shallot
  • 1large clovegarlic, pressed
  • 1cupchicken broth, divided
  • ½cupChardonnay wine
  • 1tablespoonlemon juice
  • 1cupheavy cream
  • ½cupbutter
  • ¼cupgrated Romano cheese
  • 2tablespoonschopped fresh parsley

  • Directions

    Place flour in a shallow dish; season with salt and pepper. Toss shrimp in flour; shake off any excess.

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add shrimp and cook until pink, about 2 minutes per side. Remove shrimp from skillet; set aside. Discard all but 1 tablespoon of oil from the skillet. Add shallots and garlic; cook and stir until soft, about 2 minutes. Pour in 1/2 cup chicken broth, wine, and lemon juice. Simmer until reduced to about 3/4 cup, about 5 minutes.

    Stir in remaining 1/2 cup of chicken broth and cream; simmer until sauce is reduced and thickened slightly, approximately 10 minutes more. Add butter and stir until melted.

    Return shrimp to the skillet; simmer until heated through, about 3 minutes. Sprinkle with Romano cheese and parsley before serving.



    Nutrition Facts (per serving)

    657 Calories
    55g Fat
    10g Carbs
    26g Protein

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