Easy Creamy Garlic Shrimp and White Fish Skillet

Ingredients

• 1 tbspOlive oil
• 1 tbspUnsalted butter
• 1 lbLarge shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 lbFirm white fish fillets (e.g., cod, haddock, tilapia), cut into 1-inch pieces
• 4 clovesGarlic, minced
• 0.5 cupChicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cupHeavy cream
• 0.5 tspDried Italian herbs or oregano
• 0.3 tspPaprika
• 0.5 tspSalt
• 0.3 tspBlack pepper
• 2 tbspFresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. 1

   Pat the shrimp and white fish pieces dry with paper towels. Season both generously with salt and black pepper.

2. 2

   Heat olive oil and butter in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 1.5 minutes per side, until pink and nearly cooked through. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

   ⏱ 3 min
3. 3

   Add the seasoned white fish pieces to the same skillet. Cook for 2 minutes per side until lightly golden and beginning to flake. Remove fish from the skillet and set aside with the shrimp.

   ⏱ 4 min
4. 4

   Reduce heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to brown or burn it.

   ⏱ 1 min
5. 5

   Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Stir in the heavy cream, dried Italian herbs, and paprika. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and cook for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.

   ⏱ 4 min
6. 6

   Return the cooked shrimp and fish to the skillet, gently stirring to coat them with the creamy sauce. Heat through for 3 minutes, ensuring the seafood is fully cooked and warm.

   ⏱ 3 min
7. 7

   Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately. This dish pairs wonderfully with rice, pasta, or a crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.