Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes

Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients:

For the Shrimp:

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

2 tablespoons olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

1 teaspoon paprika

1 teaspoon garlic powder

For the Creamy Sauce:

2 tablespoons butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)

Salt and pepper to taste

Fresh thyme leaves, for garnish

For the Mashed Potatoes:

2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed

1/2 cup milk (warm)

1/4 cup butter

Salt to taste

Instructions:

Prepare Mashed Potatoes:

Boil potatoes in salted water until tender (about 15 minutes).

Drain and mash with warm milk and butter until smooth. Season with salt. Set aside.

Cook Shrimp:

Toss shrimp with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook shrimp 2–3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

Make Creamy Garlic Sauce:

In the same skillet, melt butter. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.

Pour in cream and bring to a gentle simmer.

Stir in Parmesan and Dijon mustard. Season with salt and pepper.

Simmer until slightly thickened, about 3–5 minutes.

Assemble:

Spoon mashed potatoes onto a white plate.

Arrange cooked shrimp on top.

Pour creamy sauce over shrimp and potatoes.

Garnish with fresh thyme.

Let me know if you want to make it spicy or add wine to the sauce!