For the Star Players:

• 2 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined (frozen works too, just thaw completely!)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced (or more if you’re a garlic lover like me)
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
• 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned – whatever’s easiest!)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked paprika adds amazing flavor)
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for a kick – I always add extra!)
• Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Dreamy Sauce:

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups seafood stock or chicken broth (seafood stock makes a HUGE difference)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (the secret ingredient!)
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

For the Irresistible Topping:

• 1½ cups panko breadcrumbs
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 3 tablespoons butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest (don’t skip this – it makes all the difference!)