Classic Simple Skillet Shrimp
This classic skillet shrimp recipe is incredibly quick and easy to make, perfect for a weeknight meal. Featuring succulent shrimp cooked with garlic, lemon, and parsley, it’s bursting with fresh flavors.
Equipment
- large skillet
- paper towels
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined (fresh or frozen, thawed)
- 1-2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1/2 lemon for juicing
- 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Prepare the shrimp by peeling and deveining them if not already done, then pat them dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 30-60 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque; cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
- Stir in chicken/vegetable broth and fresh parsley, cooking for another 30 seconds until the sauce slightly thickens, then squeeze fresh lemon juice over the shrimp before serving.
- Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
This recipe works best with fresh, high-quality shrimp. Adjust seasoning to your preference.