One Pan, 20 Minute Marry-Me Shrimp

Name: One Pan, 20 Minute Marry-Me Shrimp
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled & deveined; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 0.5 tsp garlic powder; 0.5 tsp dried oregano; 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper; Salt & black pepper to taste; 1 tsp olive oil; 1 tbsp unsalted butter; 3 clove garlic, minced; 0.5 tsp crushed red pepper flakes; 0.33 cup sun-dried tomatoes, julienned, oil-drained; 0.5 cup chicken broth; 0.5 cup light cream; 0.25 cup grated parmesan; Fresh parsley for garnish

This quick and flavorful Marry-Me Shrimp recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or when you want to impress someone special. The shrimp is seasoned to perfection and cooked in a creamy, garlicky sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and parmesan. Serve it over your favorite base like pasta, rice, or zucchini noodles for a complete meal. It's a dish that will have everyone asking for seconds!

large shrimp, peeled & deveined

Salt & black pepper to taste

crushed red pepper flakes

sun-dried tomatoes, julienned, oil-drained

Fresh parsley for garnish

Step 1

In a bowl, toss shrimp with smoked paprika, garlic powder, oregano, cayenne, salt, black pepper, and olive oil.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear shrimp 1–2 minutes per side until pink and slightly crisp. Remove and set aside.

Step 3

Lower heat to medium. Add butter to the same skillet. Sauté minced garlic and red pepper flakes for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and broth. Simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.

Step 5

Stir in cream and parmesan. Simmer 2–3 minutes until thickened.

Step 6

Return the shrimp to the skillet. Spoon sauce over them and simmer 1–2 more minutes so the flavors combine.

Step 7

Top with chopped parsley and serve over pasta, rice, quinoa, or zucchini noodles.

For extra heat, increase the cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.

Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor, but frozen shrimp can work if thawed properly.

Pair this dish with a crisp white wine for a delightful meal.

Can I use frozen shrimp for this recipe?

Yes, you can use frozen shrimp. Just make sure to thaw them completely and pat them dry before cooking.

What can I substitute for light cream?

You can use half-and-half or coconut cream as a substitute for light cream.

Can I make this dish dairy-free?

Yes, you can use dairy-free butter, coconut cream, and a dairy-free parmesan substitute.

What can I serve this shrimp with?

This shrimp pairs well with pasta, rice, quinoa, or zucchini noodles for a low-carb option.

How do I store leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.

large shrimp, peeled & deveined

Salt & black pepper to taste

crushed red pepper flakes

sun-dried tomatoes, julienned, oil-drained

Fresh parsley for garnish

Step 1

In a bowl, toss shrimp with smoked paprika, garlic powder, oregano, cayenne, salt, black pepper, and olive oil.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear shrimp 1–2 minutes per side until pink and slightly crisp. Remove and set aside.

Step 3

Lower heat to medium. Add butter to the same skillet. Sauté minced garlic and red pepper flakes for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and broth. Simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.

Step 5

Stir in cream and parmesan. Simmer 2–3 minutes until thickened.

Step 6

Return the shrimp to the skillet. Spoon sauce over them and simmer 1–2 more minutes so the flavors combine.

Step 7

Top with chopped parsley and serve over pasta, rice, quinoa, or zucchini noodles.

For extra heat, increase the cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.

Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor, but frozen shrimp can work if thawed properly.

Pair this dish with a crisp white wine for a delightful meal.

Can I use frozen shrimp for this recipe?

Yes, you can use frozen shrimp. Just make sure to thaw them completely and pat them dry before cooking.

What can I substitute for light cream?

You can use half-and-half or coconut cream as a substitute for light cream.

Can I make this dish dairy-free?

Yes, you can use dairy-free butter, coconut cream, and a dairy-free parmesan substitute.

What can I serve this shrimp with?

This shrimp pairs well with pasta, rice, quinoa, or zucchini noodles for a low-carb option.

How do I store leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.

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