Easy Garlic Butter Shrimp

Quick and delicious garlic butter shrimp ready in just 15 minutes. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or served over pasta.

Preparation: 5 minutes. Cooking: 10 minutes. Serves 4.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1 pinch salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and parsley.
  6. Serve immediately over rice or pasta.