Description
Looking for a quick, crowd-pleasing dinner idea? Butter Garlic Shrimp is your go-to dish when time is tight but flavor is non-negotiable. Juicy shrimp are pan-seared to perfection, then bathed in a rich garlic butter sauce with a squeeze of lemon and fresh herbs. Whether you’re hunting for a quick dinner, healthy snack, or impressive party food, this easy recipe hits the mark. It’s packed with protein, low in carbs, and absolutely bursting with flavor. Perfect for anyone searching for easy dinner ideas, seafood food ideas, or a fast and delicious meal prep.
Ingredients
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
5 cloves garlic, finely minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley
Zest of half a lemon (optional)
Instructions
1. Rinse and pat the shrimp dry completely with paper towels.
2. In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, paprika, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and melt 2 tablespoons of butter.
4. Add shrimp in a single layer and sear for 1–2 minutes on each side until pink and curled.
5. Lower the heat, add garlic and remaining butter, and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
6. Remove from heat, add lemon juice, parsley, and lemon zest. Toss to coat.
7. Serve immediately with rice, pasta, or bread.
Notes
Always pat the shrimp dry before cooking to get a nice sear.
Add the garlic after the shrimp has cooked halfway to avoid burning.
For extra sauce, simply double the butter and garlic quantities.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 180mg