Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Basil and Chili Flakes

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-01 · Updated 2026-07-01

Quick and flavorful shrimp sautéed in garlic, fresh basil, and a hint of chili flakes for a spicy, aromatic seafood dish. This Mediterranean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 12 minutes, pairs large shrimp, olive oil, garlic 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 5 cloves, thinly sliced garlic
• 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
• 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil leaves
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 5 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1/2 tsp red chili flakes, sautéing 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 on one side until pink and edges start to crisp.
3. Step 3: Flip the shrimp and season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook another 2 minutes until shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves and 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice. Toss gently and serve immediately with crusty bread or over rice.