Craving a quick, flavorful, and hassle-free meal for two? Look no further than the feta shrimp skillet – a culinary masterpiece that combines the succulent taste of shrimp with the tangy and creamy feta cheese. In this comprehensive guide, we'll take you through the culinary journey of creating the perfect feta shrimp skillet, from selecting the freshest ingredients to mastering the art of cooking shrimp to perfection. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a novice in the kitchen, we'll provide step-by-step instructions, tips, and tricks to ensure your feta shrimp skillet turns out absolutely delectable. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your skillet, and prepare to indulge in a delightful and satisfying meal that will leave you craving for more.
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MEDITERRANEAN SHRIMP SKILLET FOR TWO
"Tender shrimp, fresh spinach and minced basil combine with tangy lemon and feta cheese to give this wonderful pasta toss a unique flavor. It's a delicious, fast dinner for one or two."-Heidi Farnworth, Riverton, Utah
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute shrimp in oil until shrimp turn pink. Add the garlic, salt and pepper; cook 1 minute longer. Remove and set aside., In the same skillet, heat 1/2 cup broth, lemon juice and dried basil. In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and remaining broth until smooth; stir into the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in spinach and shrimp; cook until spinach is wilted., Drain pasta; serve with shrimp mixture. Sprinkle with cheese and fresh basil.
Nutrition Facts :
FETA SHRIMP SKILLET
On our honeymoon in Greece, my husband and I had a dish like this one. I tried to re-create the flavors in this recipe when we got home. When I make it now, it brings back such wonderful memories. -Sonali Ruder, New York, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until tender. Add garlic and seasonings; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in tomatoes and, if desired, wine. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5-7 minutes or until sauce is slightly thickened., Add shrimp and parsley; cook 5-6 minutes or until shrimp turn pink, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; sprinkle with cheese. Let stand, covered, until cheese is softened.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 149mg cholesterol, Sodium 748mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
FETA SHRIMP SKILLET FOR TWO
A Mediterranean blend of feta, wine, garlic and oregano seasons this bold, beautiful dish. Serve it with crusty bread to soak up the delightful sauce. -Sonali Ruder, New York, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large nonstick skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the tomatoes, wine if desired, oregano, pepper and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-7 minutes or until sauce is slightly thickened., Stir in shrimp and parsley. Cook and stir over medium heat for 5-6 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Remove from the heat; sprinkle with cheese. Cover and let stand for 5-10 minutes or until cheese is softened.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 237 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 149mg cholesterol, Sodium 748mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ROASTED SHRIMP WITH FETA
Provided by Ina Garten
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a 10-or 12-inch heavy ovenproof skillet over medium-low heat. Add the fennel and saute for 8 to 10 minutes, until the fennel is tender. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the wine and bring to a boil, scraping up any browned bits. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until the liquid is reduced by half. Add the tomatoes with the liquid, tomato paste, oregano, Pernod, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Simmer over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Arrange the shrimp, tails up, in one layer over the tomato-mixture in the skillet. Scatter the feta evenly over the shrimp. In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, parsley, and lemon zest with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle over the shrimp.
- Bake for 15 minutes, until the shrimp are cooked and the bread crumbs are golden brown. Squeeze the juice of 1 lemon over the shrimp. Serve hot with the remaining lemon cut into wedges.
SHRIMP, WHITE BEAN AND FETA SKILLET
In just under 30 minutes you can deliver a delicious shrimp and bean dinner to the table, and there's only one pan to clean up afterwards.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and just starting to turn brown in some spots, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic, Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of black pepper, and stir until the garlic is softened, about 1 minute.
- Pour in the tomatoes and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes are slightly thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the shrimp and beans and cook, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp just start to turn orange, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the spinach and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the spinach is just wilted and bright green and the shrimp are cooked through and opaque, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the feta over top. Cover until the cheese is warmed through, 2 to 3 minutes. Serve immediately.
SHRIMP AND FETA WITH PASTA
Delicious shrimp meal. Yummy on a cold day. Any pasta can be used in place of the orzo.
Provided by Kathryn Griffin Roberts
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Shrimp
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook orzo in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion until slightly softened, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Mix tomatoes in juice, water, wine, oregano, and salt into onion mixture; cook and stir until sauce is thickened, about 10 minutes.
- Mix shrimp into sauce and cook until shrimp are cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir feta cheese and parsley into sauce; serve over orzo.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 576.2 calories, Carbohydrate 52.4 g, Cholesterol 284.1 mg, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 41.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 1230.3 mg, Sugar 9.2 g
FETA SHRIMP PASTA
Quick and delicious; add spinach or broccoli for a dinner all in one dish.
Provided by ESTEPHAN
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place pasta in the pot, cook 4 minutes, until al dente, and drain. Transfer to a large bowl.
- Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Place onion in the skillet and cook until tender. Stir in shrimp, and cook 3 minutes, or until opaque. Mix in feta cheese, and continue cooking 1 minute. Toss with the pasta and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 246.1 calories, Carbohydrate 31.9 g, Cholesterol 63.5 mg, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 12.7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 343.6 mg, Sugar 1.7 g
SHRIMP & FETA SKILLET
My friend's feisty Italian grandmother, Gemma, makes a dish similar to my shrimp with tomatoes. When I make this recipe, I think of Gemma and smile while stirring. -Celeste Ehrenberg, Topeka, Kansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large skillet, combine tomatoes, garlic powder and basil; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 4-6 minutes or until slightly thickened., Add shrimp; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Sprinkle feta over shrimp; serve with bread if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 187mg cholesterol, Sodium 1092mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 30g protein.
SHRIMP WITH FETA CHEESE
This dish, served over hot rice or orzo, has white wine, lemon juice, olive oil and wonderful herbs. You may use dried herbs or fresh. Double the amount of herbs if using fresh. The feta cheese is sprinkled on top. Posted for ZWT 4.
Provided by mary winecoff
Categories Cheese
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook and stir onions and garlic in oil in large skillet over medium heat until onion is tender.
- Stir in wine, basil, oregano, salt, red pepper and tomatoes.
- Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered 20 minutes.
- Stir in shrimp and lemon juice. Cover and cook until shrimp is pink, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle with cheese and parsley.
- Serve with hot cooked rice or orzo pasta.
Tips:
- Use large shrimp. Smaller shrimp will cook too quickly and become tough.
- Do not overcrowd the skillet. If you do, the shrimp will not cook evenly.
- Cook the shrimp in a single layer. This will help them cook evenly.
- Do not overcook the shrimp. Overcooked shrimp will be tough and rubbery.
- Season the shrimp generously. Salt and pepper are a good starting point, but you can also add other spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
- Serve the shrimp immediately. They are best when they are hot and fresh.
Conclusion:
Feta shrimp skillet is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a great dish to serve to guests. The shrimp are cooked in a flavorful sauce made with feta cheese, tomatoes, and spinach. The dish is then served over rice or pasta. If you are looking for a delicious and easy shrimp dish, this feta shrimp skillet is a great option.
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