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15-Minute Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp

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Make a flavorful, high-protein seafood dinner in just 15 minutes. This easy shrimp recipe is perfect for a quick celebration meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the butter to the same skillet. Let it melt completely.
  5. Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Do not let the garlic brown.
  6. Pour in the fresh lemon juice and stir to combine with the butter and garlic.
  7. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet. Toss gently to coat the shrimp completely in the lemon garlic butter sauce.
  8. Stir in the fresh parsley. Cook for one final minute until the shrimp is heated through.
  9. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a complete meal, serve this lemon garlic shrimp over steamed broccolini or with a side of rice.
  • You can substitute fresh herbs like chives or dill for parsley if desired.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking the shrimp; work in batches if necessary to ensure proper searing.

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