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Plump shrimp delicately cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce, ready to serve.

Quick & Easy Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp

This quick and easy recipe for lemon garlic butter shrimp is perfect for a weeknight meal. In just minutes, you'll have succulent shrimp coated in a flavorful garlic-lemon butter sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 2 people
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet or pan
  • Paper towels

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound large or jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on or off
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4-5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat, then swirl to combine.
  • Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant; add red pepper flakes if desired.
  • Add shrimp to the skillet in a single layer and cook 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  • Remove from heat, stir in lemon juice and parsley, and toss to coat the shrimp.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, then serve immediately.

Notes

Ensure not to overcook the shrimp, as they can become rubbery quickly. This dish is excellent served with pasta, rice, or a side salad.