Shrimp and Creamed Corn
Shrimp and Creamed Corn is a vibrant, one-pan dish that masterfully combines the sweet crunch of fresh corn with tender, savory shrimp in a luscious creamy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or summer gatherings, this dish comes together quickly in just 30 minutes. With its delightful blend of spices and creamy feta cheese, it promises to not only satisfy your taste buds but also be a feast for the eyes. Serve it over rice or enjoy it on its own for a quick meal that’s sure to impress family and friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pan
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
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- 1.5 lb raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1.5 cups cooked corn kernels
- 1 cup half-and-half
- 4 oz feta cheese (crumbled)
- Juice of 2 small limes
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt olive oil and butter. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent (3–4 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Season shrimp with chili powder and salt; add to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque (3–4 minutes).
- Stir in cooked corn and smoked paprika; heat through for about 2 minutes.
- Gradually pour in half-and-half while stirring until slightly thickened (2–3 minutes).
- Fold in half of the crumbled feta cheese and squeeze lime juice into the pan.
- Remove from heat, top with remaining feta cheese and fresh cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 200mg