Fabulous Fast Shrimp

4 servings Prep: 10 m Cook: 15 m Total: 25 m Beginner
5.0/5 (1)
This dish is sure to please any seafood lover. Using canned soups makes this dish fast and still extremely tasty—shrimp, celery, bell pepper, and green onions in a creamy sauce. This quick dish is impressive enough for company yet easy enough for a weeknight meal.

Ingredients

4 servings
  • 1 tbsp butter or margarine
  • 2 stalks of celery, chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped green pepper
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions
  • 1 lb fresh, cleaned shrimp
  • 1 (10 oz) can Campbell's Cream of Chicken or Fat Free Cream of Chicken
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Dash of cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 cup minced parsley
  • 1 cup cooked rice or noodles
  • Paprika for garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Heat butter in skillet over medium heat. Add celery, green pepper and green onions and cook until tender, about 5-7 minutes. Add shrimp and cook 3 to 5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
  2. Add soup, water, cayenne pepper and parsley and heat through, about 3-5 minutes. Serve over cooked rice or egg noodles, sprinkling with paprika.

Common Problems and Solutions

Q: Why are my shrimp rubbery?

A: Don't overcook them—shrimp cook very quickly and are done as soon as they turn pink and opaque, usually just 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat immediately to keep them tender.

Q: Can I use frozen shrimp?

A: Yes, just thaw them completely first and pat dry before adding to the skillet. Frozen shrimp will release more water, so you may want to reduce the added water slightly.

Tips and Techniques

Don’t skip the cayenne pepper—even a small dash adds the Louisiana flavor that makes this dish special. If you like more heat, add a few shakes of hot sauce along with the soup.

Ingredient Substitutions

  • cream of chicken soup: cream of mushroom or cream of celery soup
  • fresh shrimp: frozen peeled shrimp, thawed
  • rice: egg noodles or pasta

Equipment Needed

  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon or spatula