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Ruth’s Chris Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Skillet

Ruth’s Chris Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Skillet in 20 Minutes!

Ruth’s Chris Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Skillet is an elegant seafood dish made with tender shrimp in buttery garlic sauce, ready in under 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp use fresh shrimp for best flavor
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter use unsalted to control saltiness
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced for best distribution
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated for optimal melting
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with avocado oil
For Flavoring
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice freshly squeezed is best for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes adjust quantity to taste
  • to taste teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • to taste teaspoon Black Pepper adjust to taste
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley can substitute with other herbs

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the large shrimp dry with paper towels to ensure a proper sear.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and add half of the unsalted butter.
  3. Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer, cooking them for 2 minutes without moving them.
  4. Flip each shrimp and cook for another 1-2 minutes until they are fully opaque.
  5. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set them aside on a plate.
  6. In the same skillet, add the remaining butter along with the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds.
  7. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, tossing gently and adding lemon juice, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to taste.
  8. Sprinkle the freshly grated Parmesan cheese over the shrimp and stir lightly until it melts.
  9. Garnish the dish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 28gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh shrimp for best flavor and avoid overcooking by monitoring closely. Adjust seasoning to personal taste and customize your dish with seasonal vegetables if desired.

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