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Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet

A quick and delicious dinner solution featuring juicy shrimp sautéed in a creamy garlic butter sauce, all ready in just 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional but adds spice
  • 1 whole lemon, juiced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Method
 

Cooking Shrimp
  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Once it’s bubbling, add the shrimp and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are pink and opaque.
Adding Flavor
  1. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes if desired. Stir and cook for an additional minute.
Combine and Serve
  1. Squeeze the lemon juice into the skillet and add salt and pepper. Stir well to coat the shrimp in sauce.
  2. Sprinkle chopped parsley on top and serve over pasta or rice.

Notes

This recipe can also be made with chicken or scallops; adjust cooking times as necessary. If the sauce looks lumpy after adding lemon juice, it’s normal. Add veggies for extra nutrition.