Easy Quick Garlic Butter Shrimp That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

This Quick Garlic Butter Shrimp recipe is a flavorful dish ready in under 20 minutes.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Seafood

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Shrimp

1 pound Shrimp (peeled and deveined) Choose medium-large shrimp for best flavor and texture
1 teaspoon Salt Enhances the natural flavors
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adds a subtle kick

For the Garlic Butter Sauce

4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Use real butter for richness
4 cloves Garlic Cloves (minced) Fresh garlic is key
1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (chopped) Brightens the dish
1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Cuts through richness

Optional Enhancements

1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Add for mild heat
1/4 cup White Wine Optional for deglazing
2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese Add when serving with pasta

Equipment

skillet

Method

Cooking Instructions

Season the shrimp with salt and black pepper, tossing gently in a bowl until evenly coated.
Melt unsalted butter in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering and foamy, about 1–2 minutes.
Sauté garlic in melted butter until fragrant and just golden-brown, about 30 seconds.
Cook the shrimp in bursts, placing them in a single layer. Let them sear without moving for 2 minutes per side.
Finish with fresh lemon juice and chopped parsley, tossing shrimp gently to coat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 22gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 190mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve immediately, garnishing with extra parsley or red pepper flakes for vibrant color.

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