Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic-Chili Broccoli Rabe
Tender shrimp quickly sautéed with garlicky, slightly bitter broccoli rabe and a hint of chili for a simple, bold-flavored seafood dish. This mediterranean-inspired seafood ready in about 18 minutes pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, trimmed and chopped broccoli rabe, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 3, 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 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 10 oz, trimmed and chopped broccoli rabe
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3, thinly sliced garlic cloves
- 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- for serving fresh lemon wedges
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 10 oz trimmed and chopped broccoli rabe and blanch for 2 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and immediately transfer to ice water to stop cooking; drain again and set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 3 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1/2 tsp red chili flakes, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Add 12 oz large peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Season with 3/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes on one side until pink and slightly golden, then flip and add the blanched broccoli rabe. Sauté for another 2 minutes until shrimp are cooked through and broccoli rabe is heated.
- Step 4: Remove from heat and serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges for squeezing over the dish.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic-Chili Broccoli Rabe take to make?
Total time is about 18 minutes (10 min prep + 8 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 Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic-Chili Broccoli Rabe?
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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic-Chili Broccoli Rabe?
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 Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic-Chili Broccoli Rabe for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). 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 Sautéed Shrimp with Garlic-Chili Broccoli Rabe?
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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