Easy • Seafood
Simple Garlic Butter Shrimp & Broccoli
Juicy shrimp and tender-crisp broccoli tossed in a fragrant garlic butter sauce for a quick, healthy, and satisfying meal.
- Prep
- 8 min
- Cook
- 10 min
- Servings
- 2
- Level
- Easy
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When you need a healthy, flavorful dinner on the table in a flash, this Simple Garlic Butter Shrimp & Broccoli is your new best friend! This recipe takes minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor. Plump shrimp and fresh broccoli get coated in an aromatic garlic butter sauce, cooking up quickly for a meal that feels indulgent but is surprisingly light. It's truly a weeknight miracle!
Ingredients
Yield: 2 servings
Main
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 head broccoli, cut into florets
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)
Preparation
Step 1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add broccoli florets and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender-crisp and lightly browned. Remove broccoli from the skillet and set aside.
Step 2
Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 3
Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the same skillet and melt. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 4
Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque. Do not overcook.
Step 5
Return the cooked broccoli to the skillet. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over everything and toss gently to combine and coat with the garlic butter sauce.
Step 6
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Delicious on its own or with a side of rice or quinoa.
Tips
- Don't overcook the shrimp! They cook very quickly and become rubbery if left on the heat too long.
- Ensure your skillet is hot enough to get a nice sear on the broccoli and shrimp.
- Add a splash of white wine or chicken broth with the lemon juice for a slightly more complex sauce.
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