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Shrimp and Creamed Corn

Savory Shrimp and Creamed Corn in Just 30 Minutes

Enjoy a delightful Shrimp and Creamed Corn, a gluten-free dish that's high in protein and can be made in 30 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1.5 lb Raw Shrimp, peeled and deveined high-protein star
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder adds warm kick
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for sautéing
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Salted Butter enriches sauce
  • 0.5 cup Chopped Onion sweet flavorful base
  • 5 cloves Garlic, minced aromatic
  • 1.5 cups Cooked Corn Kernels provides sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika adds smokiness
  • 1 cup Half-and-Half creates creamy sauce
  • 4 oz Feta Cheese, crumbled adds tangy creaminess
For Garnish
  • 2 small Limes for juice and garnish
  • Fresh Cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chili powder and salt to raw shrimp, sauté until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, melt salted butter over medium heat, add chopped onion, and sauté for 3 minutes until softened.
  3. Add minced garlic to the skillet with the onions and cook for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Stir in cooked corn kernels and smoked paprika, cooking for 2-3 minutes to heat through.
  5. Pour in half-and-half and stir, simmer for 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens.
  6. Add crumbled feta cheese, stir until melted and well-combined, cooking for an additional minute.
  7. Squeeze lime juice into the sauce, return shrimp to skillet, and stir to coat for 1-2 minutes.
  8. Serve garnished with additional corn, lime slices, and fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 24gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh corn. Adjust spices to personal preference. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days.

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