Description
Shrimp and Creamed Corn (30 Minutes, One-Pan) is a delightful dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer dining. This quick and easy recipe combines succulent shrimp with sweet corn in a luscious, creamy sauce inspired by the vibrant flavors of Mexican street corn. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this comforting meal that’s ideal for casual dinners or special gatherings. The best part? It’s all made in one pan, making cleanup a breeze. Whether served over rice, tucked into tacos, or enjoyed on its own, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends with its burst of flavor and simplicity.
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 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 cup half-and-half
- 4 oz feta cheese (crumbled)
- Fresh lime and cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Gather ingredients and chop onion and garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; sauté onion for 3 minutes until translucent, then add garlic for an additional minute.
- Stir in corn, chili powder, smoked paprika, and salt; cook for 3–4 minutes until heated through.
- Add shrimp to the skillet; cook for about 3–4 minutes on each side until pink.
- Pour in half-and-half and mix in crumbled feta until creamy.
- Garnish with lime juice and cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pan cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 175mg