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Tuscan butter shrimp served in a creamy garlic sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and herbs over a rustic plate.

Tuscan Butter Shrimp Recipe – Creamy Garlic Shrimp with Spinach & Sun-Dried Tomatoes

This Tuscan Butter Shrimp is a luxurious, one-pan dish that’s bursting with flavor. Juicy shrimp are sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a splash of cream—creating a silky, savory base that’s perfect over pasta, rice, or crusty bread. It’s quick enough for weeknights but elegant enough for entertaining. With bold Tuscan flavors and a velvety finish, this shrimp recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that comes together in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Comfort Food, Italian-inspired
Servings 4
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet or sauté pan
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Tongs or spatula
  • Grater (for Parmesan)

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • ½ cup white wine or chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: chili flakes, lemon juice, fresh basil

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add shrimp and cook 1–2 minutes per side until pink and lightly golden. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same pan, sauté garlic until fragrant. Add sun-dried tomatoes and deglaze with wine or broth. Simmer for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in cream, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning. Simmer until slightly thickened.
  • Add spinach and cook until wilted. Return shrimp to the pan and stir to coat.
  • Season with salt, pepper, and optional chili flakes or lemon juice.
  • Serve hot over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread. Garnish with fresh basil or lemon zest.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated Parmesan for smooth melting and better flavor
  • Deglaze with wine or broth to add depth to the sauce
  • Don’t overcook shrimp—they should be just pink and tender
  • Add lemon juice at the end for brightness
  • Customize with mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, or cream cheese for variation
  • Serve with gluten-free pasta or zucchini noodles for dietary needs
Keyword creamy shrimp recipe, Garlic Butter Shrimp, one-pan dinner, shrimp with spinach, Tuscan shrimp