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Grilled Shrimp Bowl with Asparagus & Creamy Garlic Sauce

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This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Shrimp with Roasted Asparagus is the ultimate 30-minute gourmet meal made right in your own kitchen. Featuring perfectly seared shrimp seasoned with garlic, lemon, and a touch of spice, this dish is paired with tender-crisp roasted asparagus and nestled in a pool of luxuriously creamy Parmesan sauce.

It’s buttery, garlicky, rich, and satisfying — yet light enough for a weeknight dinner. Whether you’re cooking for date night, hosting guests, or just treating yourself, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor without the fuss.

 

Pair it with mashed potatoes, pasta, or crusty bread to soak up that incredible sauce — you’ll want to savor every last bite!

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 23 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

For the Shrimp:

  • 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled & deveined

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tbsp butter

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • Salt & pepper to taste

  • ½ tsp paprika or chili flakes (optional)

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

  • Fresh parsley (for garnish)

For the Asparagus:

  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • Salt, pepper, and garlic powder

Instructions

1. Roast the Asparagus:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

  • Toss asparagus with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

  • Roast for 12–15 minutes until tender-crisp and lightly charred.

2. Cook the Shrimp:

  • Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.

  • Add shrimp, garlic, salt, and paprika. Cook 2–3 minutes per side.

  • Finish with lemon juice and set aside.

3. Make the Cream Sauce:

  • In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic (about 30 seconds).

  • Add cream and simmer for 2 minutes.

  • Stir in Parmesan and season with salt and pepper.

  • Let it thicken slightly.

4. Assemble:

 

  • Spread the garlic cream sauce on a plate or bowl.

  • Arrange shrimp and roasted asparagus on top.

  • Garnish with chopped parsley and a squeeze of fresh lemon.

Notes

  • Want more heat? Add a pinch of cayenne or red pepper flakes.

  • Lighten it up: Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.

 

  • Great served with crusty bread, mashed potatoes, or pasta.

  • Author: chef agh
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: seafood
  • Cuisine: american