Sautéed Garlic Butter Shrimp with Chili and Fresh Parsley

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Juicy shrimp quickly cooked in a garlic butter sauce with a hint of chili heat and fresh parsley for brightness. This mediterranean-inspired seafood (low carb) ready in about 11 minutes pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, unsalted butter, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 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: 5 min Cook: 6 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 210 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Melt 3 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat until foaming. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/2 tsp red chili flakes, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb 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 2-3 minutes on one side until pink and slightly golden.
  3. Step 3: Flip the shrimp and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until opaque and cooked through. Remove from heat and sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over the shrimp.
  4. Step 4: Serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges to squeeze over the top.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Garlic Butter Shrimp with Chili and Fresh Parsley take to make?

Total time is about 11 minutes (5 min prep + 6 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 Garlic Butter Shrimp with Chili and Fresh Parsley?

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 unsalted butter from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Garlic Butter Shrimp with Chili and Fresh Parsley?

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 Garlic Butter Shrimp with Chili and Fresh Parsley 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.

Is Sautéed Garlic Butter Shrimp with Chili and Fresh Parsley low carb?

Yes — this recipe is tagged low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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