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Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli Skillet served in a pan

Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli

A quick and easy one-pan skillet meal featuring juicy shrimp and tender-crisp broccoli in a rich garlic butter sauce finished with lemon.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined) Fresh or thawed frozen shrimp
  • 4 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen) Both fresh and frozen work well
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter (divided) Used for searing and the sauce
  • 1 tbsp olive oil For cooking
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced) Add at the end for best flavor
  • 0.25 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth) For steaming the broccoli
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed) To finish the dish
  • 0.5 tsp paprika For seasoning the shrimp
  • 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes (optional) For a little heat
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning For flavoring
  • 1 pinch salt and pepper (to taste) Adjust according to personal preference

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season with paprika, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat until melted and bubbling.
  2. Add shrimp in a single layer and sear for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Transfer shrimp to a plate.
  3. In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter, add broccoli florets and broth, cover and steam for 3 minutes.
  4. Push the broccoli to one side, add minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the open space, and sauté for about 30 seconds.
  5. Return shrimp to the skillet, toss everything together to coat in the garlic butter sauce.
  6. Drizzle with lemon juice, taste, and adjust salt and pepper before serving.

Notes

Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner. Serve immediately for best texture, with optional variations for different broth and spice levels.