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Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet

A close-up of a skillet filled with juicy garlic butter shrimp, garnished with fresh parsley.
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A quick and easy 15-minute garlic butter shrimp skillet recipe with lemon, perfect for a weeknight dinner. Serve it over rice or pasta for a complete meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
  3. Add minced garlic and butter to the skillet. Cook, stirring, until butter is melted and garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. Pour in white wine or chicken broth and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, until the sauce has slightly reduced.
  5. Return the shrimp to the skillet. Toss to coat in the sauce.
  6. Stir in fresh parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve immediately over cooked rice or pasta.

Notes

  • For a keto-friendly option, serve the shrimp with zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice.
  • Ensure your shrimp are not overcrowded in the pan to achieve a good sear.
  • Adjust lemon juice to your preference.

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