SHRIMP AND ZUCCHINI SKILLET Recipe
This Shrimp and Zucchini Skillet recipe is a quick and flavorful dish that combines juicy shrimp with tender zucchini in a creamy Parmesan sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or entertaining guests!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
For the Shrimp:
- 1 ½ lbs. small peeled and deveined shrimp
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- 1 tbsp. butter
- 1 tsp. Cajun seasoning
For the Skillet:
- 1 ½ lbs. zucchini, cubed
- ½ cup white wine
- 8 oz. roasted bell peppers, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup heavy cream or Half & Half
- ½ cup grated Parmesan
- 2 tbsp. chopped parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil, 1 tablespoon of butter, shrimp, and Cajun seasoning. Cook for 4-5 minutes. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- Prepare the Skillet: In the same skillet, add remaining butter, zucchini, and white wine. Cook until wine evaporates, about 5-6 minutes.
- Combine Ingredients: Add roasted peppers and garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Finish the Dish: Return shrimp to the skillet. Add cream, Parmesan, and parsley. Stir and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with crusty bread or over pasta.
- You can adjust the Cajun seasoning to suit your spice preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 320mg
Keywords: Shrimp, Zucchini, Skillet Recipe, Creamy Parmesan Sauce
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