Speedy Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta
This speedy recipe combines succulent shrimp, tender pasta, and vibrant broccoli with a zesty lemon garlic sauce.
Equipment
- large pot
- paper towels
- large skillet or wok
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (about 450g)
- 8 oz spaghetti or kid-friendly pasta shape (about 225g)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 medium lemon, juice of
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
- 1 cup broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
Instructions
Cooking
- Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions. Add broccoli florets during the last 3-4 minutes of cooking until tender-crisp. Drain well.
- Pat shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add seasoned shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from the pan.
- In the same skillet, add chicken or vegetable broth and lemon juice. Simmer for 1-2 minutes, scraping up any browned bits to thicken the sauce.
- Return shrimp, pasta, and broccoli to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to combine and stir in fresh parsley. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can marinate the shrimp in a little lemon juice and garlic powder for 10 minutes before cooking. Ensure you do not overcook the shrimp, as they can become rubbery quickly. If you want a creamier sauce, stir in a tablespoon of cream cheese or heavy cream at the end.