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A plate of quick butter garlic shrimp perfectly cooked and seasoned.

Classic Quick Butter Garlic Shrimp

This classic recipe for butter garlic shrimp is incredibly quick and easy to make, featuring succulent shrimp bathed in a rich, flavorful sauce with fresh garlic, butter, and a touch of lemon and parsley.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 2 people
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Paper towels

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb Large Shrimp fresh or frozen, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter
  • 4-5 cloves Fresh Garlic minced or finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • Black Pepper to taste
  • 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes optional

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Thaw frozen shrimp, pat dry, and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until bubbly and slightly golden.
  • Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant without burning.
  • Cook shrimp in the skillet for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  • Remove from heat, stir in lemon juice and parsley, adjust seasoning, and serve immediately.

Notes

Serve this butter garlic shrimp with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce. For extra flavor, you can add a splash of white wine with the lemon juice.