Description
Creamy Garlic Butter is a luxurious seafood dish featuring shrimp or salmon in a rich garlic butter sauce with cream, Parmesan, and herbs—ideal for both weeknight meals and special occasions.
Ingredients
Units
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets or 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or chives
Instructions
- Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add salmon or shrimp and cook until golden and just cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir in Parmesan, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Add red pepper flakes if using.
- Simmer until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3–5 minutes.
- Return seafood to the skillet and spoon sauce over the top.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or chives and serve hot.
Notes
- Substitute chicken for a different protein option.
- Add spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor and texture.
- Use coconut cream for a dairy-free alternative.
- Stir in cooked pasta to create a full meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 150mg