Easy Creamy Tuscan Shrimp with Turkey Bacon for a Indulgent Dinner
This Easy Creamy Tuscan Shrimp is a delightful dish that combines succulent shrimp with the smoky flavors of turkey bacon, all enveloped in a rich and creamy sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an indulgent weekend treat!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add shrimp and cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- Add garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add spinach and cooked shrimp back to the skillet. Stir to combine and heat through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Top with crispy bacon before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- This dish pairs well with pasta or crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 200mg