Creamy Gnocchi Shrimp Scampi
Gnocchi shrimp scampi features pillowy potato dumplings tossed with shrimp in a creamy garlic butter sauce. It's a to-die for dinner, perfect for beginner cooks since it uses some short cuts that is budget-friendly!
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 2 12 oz pkgs frozen shrimp scampi
- 1 lb gnocchi
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- pinch red pepper flakes
- pinch dried basil
- chopped parsley leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the gnocchi according to the package directions. Drain & set aside.1 lb gnocchi
- Add the frozen shrimp to a large skillet, heated over medium heat. Cook 6-8 minutes, or just until the shrimp have thawed and begun to turn pink.2 12 oz pkgs frozen shrimp scampi, 1/2 tsp lemon juice
- Whisk in the cream and cheese, stirring until evenly combined. Cook an additional 5 minutes, until the cream is bubbling, the cheese is melted, and the shrimp's cooked through.1/4 cup heavy cream, 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- Season with red pepper flakes, basil, and salt & pepper, to taste. Add the gnocchi to the pan, tossing to coat. Serve immediately, topped with parsley and extra shredded cheese.pinch red pepper flakes, pinch dried basil, chopped parsley leaves, for garnish
Notes
recipe adapted from Dinners, Dishes, And Desserts