Lemon-Garlic Butter Shrimp with Fresh Parsley

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-18 · Updated 2026-04-18

Succulent shrimp bathed in a vibrant butter sauce infused with garlic and lemon, finished with a bright burst of fresh parsley for a restaurant-quality weeknight meal. This American-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs Shrimp, peeled and deveined, Unsalted butter, Garlic, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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.

Ingredients

• 12 oz Shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 3 tbsp Unsalted butter
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper
• 1 tbsp Olive oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Melt 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 12 oz shrimp and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque, then transfer to a plate.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to brown.
3. Step 3: Return the shrimp to the skillet, add 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Toss to coat and cook for 1 minute until heated through.
4. Step 4: Stir in 2 tbsp fresh parsley and cook for 30 seconds more. Serve immediately while hot.