Creamy Shrimp Scampi

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Ingredients

  • 0.25 cup flour
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 24 large shrimp in shell (21 to 25 per lb), peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped shallot
  • 1 large clove garlic, pressed
  • 1 cup chicken broth, divided
  • 0.5 cup Chardonnay wine
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup butter
  • 0.25 cup grated Romano cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps

  1. Place flour in a shallow dish; season with salt and pepper. Toss shrimp in flour; shake off any excess.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add shrimp and cook until pink, about 2 minutes per side. Remove shrimp from skillet; set aside. Discard all but 1 tablespoon of oil from the skillet. Add shallots and garlic; cook and stir until soft, about 2 minutes. Pour in 1/2 cup chicken broth, wine, and lemon juice. Simmer until reduced to about 3/4 cup, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in remaining 1/2 cup of chicken broth and cream; simmer until sauce is reduced and thickened slightly, approximately 10 minutes more. Add butter and stir until melted.
  4. Return shrimp to the skillet; simmer until heated through, about 3 minutes. Sprinkle with Romano cheese and parsley before serving.