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Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet

A quick and flavorful dish perfect for busy nights, featuring buttery garlic shrimp that is ready in under 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined) Choose fresh or frozen, just ensure they are cleaned.
  • 4 tablespoons butter Use unsalted butter for better control over saltiness.
  • 4-5 cloves garlic (minced) Adjust according to garlic preference.
  • 1 teaspoon paprika Smoked paprika can add a nice depth of flavor.
  • to taste salt and pepper Season according to preference.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped) For garnish.
  • 1/2 medium lemon (juice of half) Adds a refreshing zing.

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat a skillet: Start by melting 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Sauté garlic: Add minced garlic and sauté for about a minute until fragrant.
  3. Add shrimp: Add shrimp to the skillet, and sprinkle with paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until shrimp turns pink, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
  4. Butter and lemon: Reduce heat to low, add the remaining butter and lemon juice, stirring well.
  5. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve over rice, pasta, or with crusty bread.

Notes

Don’t overcook the shrimp! If you’re looking for variety, try adding veggies like spinach or cherry tomatoes.