Smoked Shrimp and Potatoes with Herb Butter
Crispy shrimp and golden potatoes glazed with a herb-infused butter sauce, perfect for a Southern feast. This southern-inspired bbq & smoked ready in about 60 minutes pairs peeled and deveined shrimp, diced into 1/2-inch cubes potatoes, herb butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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 shrimp
- 4, diced into 1/2-inch cubes potatoes
- 4 tbsp herb butter
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp, fresh thyme
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss potatoes with herb butter, garlic, and paprika; roast for 25-30 minutes until crispy.
- Step 2: In a skillet, cook shrimp with herb butter and thyme over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until pink.
- Step 3: Serve shrimp over hot potatoes, drizzled with extra butter.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Smoked Shrimp and Potatoes with Herb Butter take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (20 min prep + 40 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 Smoked Shrimp and Potatoes with Herb Butter?
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 peeled and deveined shrimp from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Smoked Shrimp and Potatoes with Herb Butter?
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 Smoked Shrimp and Potatoes with Herb Butter 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 Smoked Shrimp and Potatoes with Herb Butter?
Southern bbq & smoked 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 40-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
