One-Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp with Peas
A vibrant, restaurant-quality shrimp dinner that cooks entirely in one skillet with fresh herbs and a zesty lemon finish. This mediterranean-inspired one pot ready in about 25 minutes pairs tablespoons olive oil, pound, peeled and deveined shrimp, teaspoon salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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
- 1.5 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound, peeled and deveined shrimp
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 6 cloves, finely minced garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1 cup fresh or frozen peas
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1.5 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 2: Add 1 pound shrimp and 1/2 teaspoon salt, and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque; remove shrimp and set aside.
- Step 3: Add 6 cloves minced garlic and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes to the skillet, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant and golden.
- Step 4: Pour in 1/2 cup dry white wine and 1 cup peas, then simmer for 3 minutes until peas are tender and wine has reduced by half.
- Step 5: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, add 1/4 cup lemon juice, and cook for 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
- Step 6: Stir in 2 tablespoons fresh parsley and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, cooking for 1 minute until cheese melts and coats the shrimp.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp with Peas take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 One-Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp with Peas?
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 tablespoons olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp with Peas?
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 One-Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp with Peas 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 One-Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp with Peas?
Mediterranean one pot 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 15-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
