This lemon butter garlic shrimp is light, vibrant, and irresistibly comforting. Juicy shrimp are quickly sautéed in a silky butter sauce infused with fresh garlic and bright citrus, creating a dish that feels elegant yet effortless. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you want something special without the fuss. Enjoy!
Bold flavor, simple steps, and that homemade comfort as only a GoodPlate.Co meal can deliver.
🧾 Introduction
Some meals don’t just feed your body, they fill your heart with joy. This lemon butter garlic shrimp is an easy weeknight dinner/summer meal/meal prep, and tastes as if you paid for a gourmet meal, yet is full of the kind of comfort that only a home-cooked GoodPlate delivers.
Now, this is a staple in my rotation — simple enough for Tuesday night, yet bold enough to serve when company drops by. Every bite hits that perfect balance of sweet & savory, heart, and happiness.
🕒 Quick Facts
| Prep Time | 10 mins |
| Cook Time | 10 mins |
| Total Time | 20 mins |
| Servings | 4 |
| Difficulty | Easy |
🧂 Ingredients
1 lb large shrimp, peeled & deveined
3 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
Zest of 1 lemon
Juice of ½ lemon
½ tsp paprika
¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Lemon wedges, for serving, garnish
The Sides
- Rice
- Pasta
- Steamed vegetables
- Freshly prepared salad
- Garlic or Italain bagute bread to soak up the sauce. Toasted, grilled.
👩🍳 Bringing It All Together
- Open your heart to love and gratitude. Turn on your favorite music. Wash your hands, clean, rinse, and devein the shrimp, then pat dry. Lightly season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Rewash your hands before touching your seasoning containers.
- First, rinse and soak the rice in cold water. (to release the starch, fluffier). Boil your pasta. Here, we like to clean as we cook.
- Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
- Grill or toast your Italian-garlic baguette.
- Reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining butter and garlic; sauté 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes.
- Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
- Finish with parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges.
- Finally, plate a good plate, serve warm, and enjoy a dish that never disappoints — gourmet flavor made at home with love.
💡 Tips & Variations
- Gluten-free option: Use certified gluten-free pasta and double-check the labels of your sauce and spices.
- Meal prep: Assemble ahead and refrigerate up to 24 hours before cooking.
- For extra color, broil for about 2 minutes
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
Serve hot with your choice of sides: Rice, steamed vegetables. Add a fresh, crisp salad for cool balance and a light, refreshing beverage. Add a fresh, crisp salad for cool balance and a light, refreshing beverage.
❄️ Storage & Reheating
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in a skillet over low heat until it smells irresistible, about 10 minutes. You’ll have time to set the table, light some candles, and don’t forget your favorite chill music.
💬 Final Bite
Sweet & savory, lemon butter garlic shrimp is an easy weeknight dinner/summer meal/meal prep, brings bright comfort— this recipe delivers every single time. It’s a GoodPlate.Co favorite because it’s simple, satisfying, and always a crowd-pleaser. When you make it, tag @GoodPlate.Co — we’d love to see your plate!
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