Description
This Shrimp and Creamed Corn recipe is a quick and flavorful one-pan dish perfect for a weeknight dinner. Tender shrimp are seasoned and sautéed, then combined with a creamy corn mixture enriched with feta cheese and smoky spices. Ready in just 30 minutes, this comforting meal combines fresh lime and cilantro for a bright finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp
- 1.5 lb raw shrimp (peeled and deveined, large – about 15–20 count per pound)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Creamed Corn
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- ½ cup chopped onion
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1.5 cups cooked corn kernels (about 2 ears of grilled or boiled corn)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 cup half-and-half
- 4 oz feta cheese (divided, crumbled from a block)
Garnish and Finish
- 2 small limes
- Fresh cilantro (to taste)
- Extra chili powder or smoked paprika (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook shrimp: Heat a large (12-inch), high-sided skillet over medium heat until hot. Add olive oil, ensuring it coats the pan but does not burn or sizzle aggressively. Add the shrimp in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding, and sprinkle with chili powder and salt. Cook the shrimp, flipping once or twice, until they turn pink and are cooked through, about 3-4 minutes total. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- Make creamed corn: Using the same skillet, add butter and chopped onion. Lightly sprinkle with salt and cook on medium heat, stirring occasionally for about 3 minutes until the onions soften. Add minced garlic and continue cooking for another 2 minutes, stirring to prevent burning. Add cooked corn kernels and smoked paprika, stirring to combine evenly.
- Add dairy and simmer: Pour in the half-and-half and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Stir in 3 oz of crumbled feta cheese until it melts into the sauce, creating a creamy texture.
- Assemble the dish: Squeeze juice from half a lime into the creamed corn sauce. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, stirring gently to reheat without overcooking.
- Garnish and serve: Top the dish with the remaining ½ cup corn kernels, sliced lime halves, and freshly chopped cilantro. Optionally, sprinkle extra chili powder or smoked paprika for an added kick before serving.
Notes
- Cooking shrimp in batches prevents overcrowding and ensures even cooking.
- Using fresh grilled or boiled corn adds a sweeter, smoky flavor to the creamed corn.
- Adjust the amount of chili powder to your preferred spice level.
- To make the dish gluten-free, ensure all ingredients, including spices, are certified gluten-free.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: shrimp creamed corn, one-pan shrimp recipe, quick seafood dinner, creamy corn and shrimp, stovetop shrimp recipe
