Best Ever One-Pan Garlic Shrimp

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Quick-cooking shrimp with garlic and lemon, finished with parsley for a restaurant-quality dish ready in 15 minutes with minimal cleanup. This mediterranean-inspired seafood ready in about 20 minutes pairs (16-20 count) shrimp, olive oil, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 3.9 (15 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat shrimp dry with paper towels; season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Step 3: Add shrimp in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 2 minutes until pink on the edges.
  4. Step 4: Flip shrimp and cook for 2 more minutes until opaque throughout—do not overcook.
  5. Step 5: Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside. Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes to skillet; sauté for 1 minute until garlic is golden and fragrant.
  6. Step 6: Squeeze juice from 1 lemon into skillet and add 1 tbsp chopped parsley. Stir for 30 seconds until aromatic.
  7. Step 7: Return shrimp to skillet and toss to coat evenly. Cook for 1 minute more until heated through.
  8. Step 8: Transfer to a plate, garnish with remaining parsley, and serve immediately with crusty bread for dipping.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Best Ever One-Pan Garlic Shrimp take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Best Ever One-Pan Garlic Shrimp?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (16-20 count) shrimp from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Best Ever One-Pan Garlic Shrimp?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Best Ever One-Pan Garlic Shrimp for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Best Ever One-Pan Garlic Shrimp?

Mediterranean seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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