Creamy Garlic Paprika Shrimp Skillet
This Creamy Garlic Paprika Shrimp Skillet is the ultimate easy shrimp dinner recipe. Juicy shrimp are cooked in a flavorful garlic butter paprika cream sauce that’s ready in just 20 minutes. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this one-pan shrimp recipe pairs beautifully with rice, pasta, or crusty bread.
Ingredients:
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced (or pre-minced)
1 tbsp sweet paprika
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional for spicy shrimp)
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free shrimp skillet)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Cooked rice, pasta, or crusty bread (for serving)
Directions:
Cook the garlic Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add spices Stir in paprika, oregano, and cayenne (if using). Cook for 30 seconds to release flavors.
Cook the shrimp Add shrimp to the skillet. Cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through.
Make it creamy Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream (or coconut cream). Simmer 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Finish & serve Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley and serve hot with rice, pasta, or bread.
Why You’ll Love This Garlic Paprika Shrimp Skillet
Quick 20-minute shrimp recipe
Easy one-pan dinner with minimal cleanup
Creamy garlic butter paprika sauce packed with flavor
Family-friendly and customizable (mild or spicy)
Pairs perfectly with rice, pasta, or bread
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