Creamy Tuscan Shrimp diabetic

Diabetic-Friendly Creamy Tuscan Shrimp

Serves: 4

Net carbs: ~6–8 g per serving

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Ingredients

Shrimp

• 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled & deveined
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Tuscan Cream Sauce

• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for lighter)
• ½ cup chicken broth (low sodium)
• ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  (no sugar added; oil-packed preferred)
• 1 cup fresh spinach
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Optional: pinch red pepper flakes

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Instructions

1. Season & Sear Shrimp

1. Pat shrimp dry.
2. Toss with salt, pepper, and paprika.
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
4. Sear shrimp 1–2 minutes per side until just pink.
5. Remove shrimp and set aside.

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2. Make the Sauce

1. In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté 30 seconds.
2. Pour in chicken broth; simmer 2 minutes.
3. Stir in cream, sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
4. Simmer 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.

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3. Finish

1. Stir in spinach until wilted.
2. Add Parmesan and whisk until smooth.
3. Return shrimp to pan; simmer 2–3 minutes.
4. Taste and adjust seasoning.