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Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet Easy and Flavorful Meal

Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet Easy and Flavorful Meal in 15 Minutes

A quick and delicious Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet recipe that transforms simple ingredients into an extraordinary meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp, peeled and deveined
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Richness and flavor base
  • 3 cloves Fresh Garlic, minced Adds depth of flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust for heat preference
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice, freshly squeezed Brightens flavors
  • Salt and Pepper To taste
For the Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley, finely chopped Adds freshness

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep the Ingredients: Peel and devein the shrimp, mince garlic, and chop parsley.
  2. Melt the Butter: In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat until foaming. Add garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Cook the Shrimp: Arrange the shrimp in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  4. Add Flavoring: Add remaining butter and lemon juice, cook for 1-2 minutes until the shrimp are fully coated.
  5. Season and Garnish: Remove from heat, season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve immediately over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to enjoy the buttery sauce.

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