Herbed Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet

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Succulent shrimp sautéed in rich garlic butter with fresh herbs, served over crusty bread or rice. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs shrimp, unsalted butter, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until foaming. Add 1 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 2-3 minutes per side until opaque, transferring to a plate.
  3. Step 3: In the same skillet, sauté garlic 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in remaining 2 tbsp butter, lemon zest, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  4. Step 4: Return shrimp to skillet, add lemon juice, and cook 2 minutes until glazed. Stir in parsley and remaining 1/4 tsp salt.
  5. Step 5: Serve immediately with crusty bread to soak up the buttery sauce.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Herbed Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (15 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 Herbed Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet?

Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.

Can I substitute ingredients in Herbed Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet?

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 Herbed Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Herbed Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet?

American 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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