Skillet Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Feta and Tomatoes
Tender shrimp cooked quickly in a garlic-infused olive oil sauce, finished with fresh tomatoes and crumbled feta for a vibrant Greek-inspired dish. This greek-inspired seafood ready in about 20 minutes pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, olive oil, 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Mince 4 garlic cloves and add to the skillet with 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the skillet, season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Step 3: Halve 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes and add them to the skillet, stirring for 2 minutes until they soften and release their juices.
- Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, and 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice. Serve immediately with crusty bread or over rice.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Skillet Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Feta and Tomatoes take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 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 Skillet Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Feta and Tomatoes?
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 Skillet Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Feta and Tomatoes?
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 Skillet Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Feta and Tomatoes 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 Skillet Sautéed Garlic Shrimp with Feta and Tomatoes?
Greek 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.
