Description
Shrimp and Creamed Corn is a quick, flavorful dish that brings summer vibes to your table in just 30 minutes. This one-pan meal features succulent shrimp simmered in a creamy feta sauce, enhanced with fresh corn and aromatic spices. The combination of hearty ingredients makes it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends and family. Enjoy the vibrant flavors and minimal cleanup, allowing you to savor every bite while spending more time with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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)
- Spices: chili powder, smoked paprika, salt
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients to streamline cooking.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat; add olive oil and butter until melted.
- Sauté chopped onion for about 3 minutes until translucent, then add minced garlic for another minute.
- Stir in cooked corn kernels, chili powder, salt, and smoked paprika; mix well.
- Add the raw shrimp; cook for 3–4 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Reduce heat to low, pour in half-and-half, and crumble half of the feta into the skillet; stir to combine.
- Serve warm, garnished with lime juice, remaining feta, and chopped cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (230g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 745mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 225mg