Description
This Garlic Butter Shrimp is fast, flavorful, and foolproof—perfectly seared shrimp in a buttery, garlicky sauce that’s ready in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tail-on optional)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp butter.
- Once hot, cook shrimp in a single layer for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and lightly browned. Remove and set aside.
- Lower heat to medium. Add remaining butter and garlic; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Deglaze the pan with wine or broth, scraping up any browned bits. Let reduce by half, about 1–2 minutes.
- Stir in lemon juice and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 1 minute.
- Return shrimp to the pan and toss to coat in the sauce.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
For best results, use fresh shrimp and garlic. Avoid overcrowding the pan and overcooking. Serve with pasta, rice, or crusty bread. Add a splash of cream for a richer sauce or swap lemon and parsley with lime and cilantro for a twist.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: shrimp, garlic butter, seafood, quick dinner, easy shrimp recipe