Best Garlic Butter Shrimp Recipe

When I first tried making garlic butter shrimp, I couldn’t believe how effortless it was to pull together such a flavorful dish. The moment the shrimp touched the sizzling pan and that buttery garlic aroma filled the air, I knew it was going to be amazing. The shrimp turned out plump, tender, and soaked in rich, garlicky butter the kind of simple comfort food that tastes like something you’d order at a seaside restaurant but made right at home in minutes.

Best Garlic Butter Shrimp Recipe

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

10

minutes

Calories

320

kcal

Juicy shrimp cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce with a hint of lemon and fresh parsley – this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 20 minutes and perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining.

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on or off)

• 3 tbsp unsalted butter

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

• Juice of ½ lemon (about 2 tbsp)

• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

Directions

• Prepare the shrimp – Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and black pepper.
  
• Heat the pan – In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and 2 tbsp butter. Let it melt and get hot.
  
• Cook the shrimp – Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for about 1–2 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove to a plate.
  
• Make garlic butter sauce – Lower the heat to medium. Add the remaining 1 tbsp butter and garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice and red pepper flakes.
  
• Combine everything – Return shrimp to the skillet, toss in the sauce, and cook for another 1–2 minutes.
  
• Finish and serve – Sprinkle fresh parsley on top and serve immediately with crusty bread, pasta, or rice.
  

Nutrition Information

• Calories: 320 kcal
• Protein: 25 g
• Fat: 22 g
• Carbohydrates: 3 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 720 mg

Expert Tips and Variations

Try using olive oil instead of butter if you want a lighter twist, or squeeze in some fresh lemon juice to brighten the flavors. For a little heat, toss in red pepper flakes, and finish with chopped parsley for color and freshness. Be careful not to overcook the shrimp they only need a couple of minutes per side. You can also make the sauce richer by adding a splash of cream or turn it into a full dinner by mixing it with pasta or rice. If you want to eat something sweet, you can try Roblox cake with garlic butter shrimp.

How to Store and Reheat Garlic Butter Shrimp

Keep any leftover garlic butter shrimp in a sealed container in the fridge for about 2–3 days. When reheating, warm them slowly in a pan over low heat with a small pat of butter or a drizzle of olive oil to bring back their juiciness. Try not to overheat or microwave them for too long, as it can dry them out.

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