Lemon Herb Garlic Butter Shrimp Recipe

This Lemon Herb Garlic Butter Shrimp Recipe is a delicious and quick meal, perfect for any occasion. Juicy shrimp cooked in a lemony, garlicky butter sauce with fresh herbs.

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 15

Total Time: 25

Servings: 4

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

▢ 1.5 pounds large shrimp peeled and deveined
▢ 1 tablespoon olive oil
▢ 4 cloves garlic minced
▢ 0.25 cup butter melted
▢ 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
▢ 1 teaspoon lemon zest
▢ 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
▢ 0.5 teaspoon salt or to taste
▢ 0.25 teaspoon black pepper or to taste

Instructions

Preparation Steps

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Reduce heat to low and stir in the melted butter, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Cook for another minute.
Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley, salt, and pepper. Serve immediately.

Notes

Serve with crusty bread or over cooked pasta for a more substantial meal. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for some heat, if desired.

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