Shrimp and Creamed Corn Skillet with Feta and Lime Recipe
This Shrimp and Creamed Corn recipe combines tender, chili-spiced shrimp with a rich and creamy corn sauce infused with smoky paprika and tangy feta cheese. Perfect for a quick yet elegant weeknight dinner, this dish balances the sweetness of corn with bright lime and fresh cilantro accents.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp
- 1.5 lb raw shrimp (peeled and deveined, large – about 15–20 count per pound)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Creamed Corn Sauce
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- ½ cup chopped onion
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1.5 cups cooked corn kernels (about 2 ears grilled or boiled corn)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 cup half-and-half
- 4 oz feta cheese, divided (crumbled from a block)
Finishing Touches
- 2 small limes
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Cook shrimp: Heat a large 12-inch skillet over medium heat until hot. Add olive oil, ensuring it coats the skillet but does not burn or sizzle aggressively.
- Season and sauté shrimp: Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer without overcrowding (cook in batches if needed). Sprinkle with chili powder and salt. Cook for 3-4 minutes, flipping once or twice until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Remove shrimp: Transfer cooked shrimp to a plate and set aside.
- Prepare creamed corn base: In the same skillet, add butter and chopped onions. Lightly sprinkle with salt and cook over medium heat for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions soften.
- Add garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Add corn and smoked paprika: Mix in 1 cup of cooked corn kernels and smoked paprika. Stir to combine evenly.
- Add half-and-half and feta cheese: Pour in the half-and-half and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Add 3 oz of crumbled feta cheese and stir continuously until melted and sauce thickens slightly.
- Finish sauce and reheat shrimp: Squeeze juice of half a lime into the sauce, then return shrimp to the skillet. Gently reheat shrimp with the sauce without overcooking.
- Plate and garnish: Top with remaining ½ cup corn kernels, sliced limes, and chopped fresh cilantro.
- Final seasoning: Optionally sprinkle with extra chili powder or smoked paprika for additional flavor and a pop of color.
Notes
- Use fresh or grilled corn for the best flavor in the creamed corn sauce.
- Be careful not to overcook the shrimp to keep them tender and juicy.
- Adjust chili powder based on your spice preference.
- Feta cheese adds a tangy creaminess — opt for block feta and crumble yourself for best texture.
- Serve immediately for optimal freshness and flavor.
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