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Low-Carb Shrimp Tuscan Bake

A delicious and easy-to-make dish filled with flavor and good ingredients, perfect for low-carb diets and busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bake
  • 1 pound raw large shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh shrimp is recommended for the best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional) Adjust spice level to preference.
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup cream cheese, softened
  • ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F and lightly grease a medium baking dish.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic for 1 minute, then add tomatoes and spinach. Cook until spinach wilts.
  3. Stir in heavy cream, cream cheese, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, paprika, and red pepper flakes if using. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Arrange shrimp in a single layer in the baking dish and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Pour the cream sauce evenly over the shrimp and gently toss to coat.
  3. Sprinkle mozzarella over the top and bake uncovered for 12–15 minutes until shrimp are pink and cheese is bubbly and lightly golden.
  4. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

This dish pairs well with a side salad or steamed vegetables. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.