Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet

Ingredients

• 8 oz oz large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tbsp tbsp butter
• 3 cloves, minced cloves garlic
• 1/3 cup cup heavy cream
• 2 tbsp tbsp cream cheese
• 2 cups cups baby spinach
• 2 tbsp tbsp parmesan cheese, grated
• 1/2 tsp tsp smoked paprika
• 1/4 tsp tsp red pepper flakes(optional)
• 1 tsp tsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp, chopped tbsp fresh parsley

Instructions

1. 1

   Pat the shrimp completely dry and season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.

2. 2

   Melt 1 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the shrimp 2 minutes per side until pink; transfer to a plate.

3. 3

   Lower the heat, add the remaining butter, and sauté the garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.

4. 4

   Stir in the cream and cream cheese until smooth and simmering.

5. 5

   Add the parmesan and spinach, stirring until the spinach wilts and the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.

6. 6

   Return the shrimp and any juices to the pan, add lemon juice and red pepper flakes, and simmer 1 minute.

7. 7

   Finish with parsley and serve hot, spooning extra sauce over the shrimp.