Description
Discover the delightful flavors of Shrimp and Creamed Corn, a quick one-pan dish that combines succulent shrimp with a rich and creamy corn sauce. Perfect for summer gatherings or busy weeknights, this recipe is both convenient and packed with flavor. In just 30 minutes, you’ll have a satisfying meal that showcases fresh ingredients and bold spices. With minimal cleanup required, this dish is an ideal choice for anyone looking to create a delicious dinner without the fuss. Serve it over rice or quinoa, garnish with fresh lime and cilantro, and enjoy a vibrant culinary experience that’s sure to impress your family or guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lb large raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 5 cloves minced garlic
- 1.5 cups cooked corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 cup half-and-half
- 4 oz feta cheese (crumbled)
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- 2 small limes for garnish
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. Peel and devein shrimp if necessary; chop onion and mince garlic.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion until translucent (3-4 minutes), then add garlic for another minute.
- Stir in corn, chili powder, smoked paprika, and salt; combine well.
- Add shrimp to the skillet; cook until pink and opaque (about 5-7 minutes).
- Pour in half-and-half while stirring gently; let simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Crumble half of the feta into the sauce; stir until melted.
- Serve warm, garnished with lime juice, remaining feta, and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 210mg