Description
Discover the Low-Carb Shrimp Tuscan Bake: Quick & Delicious! is a delightful dish that brings together succulent shrimp, vibrant spinach, and a creamy sauce, all baked to perfection. This low-carb casserole is not only quick to prepare but also bursts with flavors that celebrate Italian cuisine. With each bite, you experience the warmth of garlic, the tang of sun-dried tomatoes, and a hint of lemon that brightens the dish beautifully. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this recipe offers indulgence without guilt—making it an ideal choice for anyone maintaining a keto lifestyle. Dive into this comforting seafood bake and enjoy a heartwarming meal that will impress your family and friends!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup dry white grape juice or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper until evenly coated.
- In a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté diced onion until softened. Add minced garlic for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Deglaze the pan with dry white grape juice or chicken broth; let simmer for about two minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes and seasonings. Simmer until thickened (about five minutes). Fold in spinach until wilted.
- Pour the creamy mixture into the prepared baking dish; layer seasoned shrimp on top.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the shrimp mixture.
- Bake in preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until shrimp are cooked through and cheese is bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 190mg