yield: 4

prep time: 5 MINUTES

cook time: 15 MINUTES

total time: 20 MINUTES

Ingredients

  • 1 pound deveined, peeled shrimp
  • 1/2 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon red pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. To cook the shrimp heat a large skillet to medium heat.
  2. Melt 1 tablespoon of butter, add garlic and the raw, shelled shrimp to the skillet and sprinkle the cajun spices over the shrimp. Stir well so it is evenly coated.
  3. Cook the shrimp 3-4 minutes and when it is pink and tender add the butter and heavy cream to the skillet and stir to form the creamy sauce. 
Nutrition Information:

 YIELD: 4 SERVING SIZE: ~1/4 lb shrimp with sauce
Amount Per Serving: CALORIES: 181TOTAL FAT: 9.3gCHOLESTEROL: 206.2mgSODIUM: 284.3mgCARBOHYDRATES: 1.9gNET CARBOHYDRATES: 1.3gFIBER: 0.6gSUGAR: 0.4gPROTEIN: 23.4g