Simple, buttery, and bold — this Garlic Butter Shrimp recipe is your go-to for a quick weeknight dinner or an elegant appetizer. Made in under 15 minutes with rich butter, fresh parsley, and loads of garlic, it’s all about that flavor-packed pan sauce!

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  Garlic Butter Shrimp

  •   1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  •   5 tbsp unsalted butter
  •   5 cloves garlic, minced
  •   Juice of u00bd lemon
  •   1 tbsp chopped parsley
  •   Salt + pepper to taste
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Instructions

• ◊ Melt the butter: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter until just bubbling.
• ◊ Sauté garlic: Add minced garlic and stir for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant.
• ◊ Cook shrimp: Toss in the shrimp and season with salt, pepper, and optional chili flakes. Sauté for 4–6 minutes until pink and cooked through.
• ◊ Finish with lemon: Squeeze in the lemon juice and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
• ◊ Serve hot: Plate over rice, pasta, toast, or eat straight from the pan — no judgment here!

Nutrition (Estimate Per Serving)

• Calories: ~290
• Protein: 23g
• Fat: 20g
• Carbs: 2g
• Sugar: 0g
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