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Creamy Tuscan Shrimp Recipe Easy Homemade with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Spinach

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A quick and easy creamy Tuscan shrimp dish featuring sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach, perfect for weeknights or impressing guests with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or thawed frozen shrimp)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
  • 1/2 cup (75g) sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil recommended)
  • 2 cups (60g) fresh baby spinach leaves
  • 1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning blend (or mix dried basil, oregano, and thyme)
  • Red pepper flakes, optional
  • Garnish (optional): fresh chopped parsley or basil, fresh lemon wedges

Instructions

  1. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 2 minutes per side until pink and just cooked through. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  3. Lower heat to medium and add butter to the pan. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer, then stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 3-4 minutes to thicken slightly.
  5. Add fresh spinach leaves and stir until just wilted, about 1-2 minutes. Sprinkle in Parmesan cheese and stir continuously to melt smoothly into the sauce.
  6. Return cooked shrimp to the pan and simmer for another minute to heat through and combine flavors. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
  7. Remove from heat. Garnish with chopped parsley or basil and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice if desired. Serve immediately over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking shrimp to ensure proper searing. Add garlic after butter melts but before adding liquids to avoid burning. Use fresh spinach to keep sauce silky. Simmer sauce gently to prevent cream from curdling. Add Parmesan cheese off-heat or on very low heat to avoid graininess. Taste and season gradually as sun-dried tomatoes and Parmesan add saltiness. Drain sun-dried tomatoes well to avoid oily sauce. Avoid overcooking shrimp to prevent rubbery texture.

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Keywords: creamy Tuscan shrimp, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, easy shrimp recipe, quick dinner, Italian shrimp, weeknight meal

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