Creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor, this dish is about to become a staple in your low-carb kitchen. Creamy Keto Garlic Shrimp Au Gratin delivers everything you crave in comfort food—without the carb overload. With only 3 net carbs per serving, it’s proof that indulgent dinners and keto living can happily coexist on the same plate.

Creamy Keto Garlic Shrimp Au Gratin | Healthy Low Carb Seafood Dinner

Plump, juicy shrimp are baked in a rich, velvety garlic cream sauce, then topped with a crispy, golden crust made from crushed pork rinds for the ultimate low-carb crunch. It’s bold, satisfying, and surprisingly easy to pull together, making it perfect for weeknights when you want something special without spending hours in the kitchen. Fans of Shrimp Keto Meals will love how filling and protein-packed this recipe is, while seafood lovers will appreciate how beautifully the flavors come together.

This dish fits seamlessly into your collection of Keto Seafood favorites and stands out among tried-and-true Keto Shrimp Recipes thanks to its creamy au gratin twist. It’s ideal for anyone focused on Healthy Low Carb Dinners, whether you’re cooking for yourself, your family, or guests who won’t even realize it’s keto.

As part of your go-to Keto Recipes Dinner lineup, this recipe is both comforting and elegant. It also works wonderfully for those following Bariatric Recipes, thanks to its high protein content and satisfying fats. Best of all, it feels like a restaurant-quality Seafood Dinner made right at home.

Inspired by the simplicity and flavor focus of Keri Recipes, this dish proves that Free Keto Recipes don’t have to be boring or bland. One bite, and you’ll see why this creamy shrimp au gratin deserves a permanent spot on your menu. 🍤🧀✨

Creamy Keto Garlic Shrimp Au Gratin

A rich and comforting low-carb seafood dinner made with tender shrimp, a garlicky cream sauce, and a crispy keto topping.

Ingredients

2 lbs large shrimp, cleaned, peeled, and deveined (tails removed)
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
4 tbsp butter
½ cup onion, finely diced
4 garlic cloves, finely minced
2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped (or 1 tbsp dried basil)
⅛ tsp ground nutmeg
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
½ cup crushed pork rind crumbs

Instructions

Get the Oven Ready: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a large baking dish and set aside.
Quickly Cook the Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season shrimp with salt and pepper and cook 1–2 minutes per side until opaque. Remove and set aside.
Prepare the Garlic Cream Base: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and cook 3–4 minutes until soft. Stir in garlic, basil, and nutmeg until fragrant.
Make It Creamy: Pour in heavy cream and simmer 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir in ½ cup Parmesan and all Monterey Jack cheese until smooth. Season to taste.
Assemble the Au Gratin: Arrange shrimp in the baking dish and pour sauce evenly over the top.
Add the Crunchy Topping: Mix remaining Parmesan with pork rind crumbs and sprinkle evenly over the dish.
Bake Until Golden: Bake for 25 minutes, until bubbly and golden brown.