Garlicky Shrimp Dip

By á-43349

This shrimp dip is the perfect centerpiece for your appetizer platter of chips, crackers and or veggie sticks. Enjoy!

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• Kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• Juice and zest 1 lemon
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 3/4 cup mozzarella, shredded
• 1/4 cup Parmesan, grated
• 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, divided
• Pita chips, for serving

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350ºF.

In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add shrimp and garlic and season with salt and pepper. Cook until shrimp is firm and pink, 3 to 4 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly, then coarsely chop.

In a large bowl, mix together lemon juice and zest, cream cheese, mayonnaise, mozzarella, Parmesan, 2 tablespoons parsley, and cooked chopped shrimp. Season with salt and pepper.

Transfer to a small baking dish and bake until bubbly and golden, 25 minutes. If desired, broil on low for the last 2 to 3 minutes for a more golden look.

Garnish with remaining parsley and serve with pita chips