Sautéed Garlic Butter Shrimp with White Wine and Parsley

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Tender shrimp quickly sautéed in garlic butter and finished with a splash of white wine and fresh parsley for a bright, savory seafood dish. This mediterranean-inspired seafood ready in about 13 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 280 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: 8 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 4 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted and foamy. Add 5 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes without stirring until the edges turn pink and start to curl.
  3. Step 3: Flip the shrimp and pour in 1/4 cup dry white wine, stirring gently. Season with 3/4 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the shrimp are opaque and the sauce reduces slightly.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley. Toss to coat the shrimp evenly and remove from heat.
  5. Step 5: Serve immediately over crusty bread or on a bed of rice to soak up the garlic butter sauce.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Garlic Butter Shrimp with White Wine and Parsley take to make?

Total time is about 13 minutes (5 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 Garlic Butter Shrimp with White Wine and 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 White Wine and 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 White Wine and 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.

What goes well with Sautéed Garlic Butter Shrimp with White Wine and Parsley?

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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