Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet with Lemon Herb Finish
Succulent shrimp cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce with fresh lemon and herbs — a fast, elegant one-pan dinner packed with flavor.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Tongs
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 5 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for about 1–2 minutes per side until just opaque. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Reduce heat slightly and add the remaining butter. Stir in the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add lemon juice, zest, and red pepper flakes, stirring to combine.
- Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss gently to coat in the sauce. Cook for another minute until heated through.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley and adjust seasoning before serving.