Description
Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet is a quick, flavorful dish that transforms fresh shrimp into a gourmet meal in just 20 minutes. The rich combination of garlic and buttery goodness infuses every bite, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for heat and fresh parsley for color, this dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Experience the magic of this easy-to-follow recipe that promises to impress whether you’re cooking for yourself or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust for spice preference)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp under cool water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbling.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- Squeeze lemon juice over shrimp, add salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes; stir to combine.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 220mg