Description
Shrimp and Creamed Corn is a vibrant, one-pan dish that captures the essence of summer in just 30 minutes. Featuring succulent shrimp simmered in a creamy feta sauce and sweet corn, this recipe is perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. With its blend of spices and fresh ingredients, it delivers a burst of flavor that will impress anyone at your table. Enjoy it as a main course or pair it with rice or tortilla chips for an interactive meal. This quick and nutritious recipe makes weeknight cooking a breeze!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lb raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- Β½ cup chopped onion
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1.5 cups cooked corn kernels
- 1 cup half-and-half
- 4 oz feta cheese (divided)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ΒΌ teaspoon salt (to taste)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and wash the shrimp.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt olive oil and butter.
- SautΓ© chopped onion until translucent; add minced garlic.
- Stir in shrimp, chili powder, and salt; cook until shrimp turns pink.
- Add cooked corn and sprinkle with smoked paprika; mix well.
- Pour in half-and-half and crumble half of the feta cheese; stir until heated through.
- Squeeze lime juice over the dish, garnish with remaining feta and cilantro, then serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: SautΓ©ing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 415
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 175mg
Keywords: Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor. Customize spice levels according to taste preferences. Serve over rice or quinoa for added heartiness.