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This image shows a beautifully plated garlic butter shrimp broccoli skillet on a white round plate. The dish features tender shrimp and vibrant green broccoli, topped with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, parsley, lemon slices, and a sprinkle of crushed red chili pepper.

Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli Skillet Recipe

This Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli Skillet is a quick and flavorful dish featuring succulent shrimp and crisp-tender broccoli coated in a savory garlic butter sauce. It’s easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner that’s both satisfying and delicious.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 331.7 kcal

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Large non-stick skillet
  • Lemon squeezer
  • Lemon squeezer
  • Knife

Ingredients
  

  • Fresh chopped parsley or cilantro, for garnish
  • 1½ lbs broccoli rinsed and cut into florets
  • 1½ lbs medium raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • Crushed chili pepper flakes, optional
  • ½ Lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbs butter
  • ¼ cup vegetable stock
  • 2 tsp onion powder
  • 5 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp Sriracha
  • Salt and fresh cracked pepper, to taste
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp paprika

Instructions
 

  • Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter.
    This image shows a hot skillet with melted butter and oil, preparing the base for cooking garlic butter shrimp and broccoli, with a golden glistening surface.
  • Add the broccoli, season to taste, and sauté for 4-6 minutes until crisp-tender.
    This image shows vibrant green broccoli florets being sautéed in a hot skillet with a light coating of butter and oil, creating a flavorful foundation for the dish.
  • Remove the broccoli from the skillet and set aside.
    This image shows a pair of tongs lifting freshly sautéed broccoli from the skillet, placing it aside on a plate to make room for the shrimp.
  • In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and add the shrimp, seasoning with salt and pepper.
    This image shows raw shrimp added to a hot skillet with melted butter, preparing to be cooked to a perfect golden and juicy texture.
  • Sauté for 1-2 minutes on one side.
  • Add minced garlic, paprika, Italian seasoning, and onion powder to the shrimp, stirring to combine.
    This image shows shrimp sizzling on one side in a hot skillet, turning golden and slightly crisp, ready to be flipped for even cooking.
  • Flip the shrimp to cook on the other side for 1 minute, then pour in 1/4 cup vegetable stock and Sriracha, letting the sauce reduce for 1 minute.
  • Be careful not to overcook the shrimp.
  • Move the shrimp to the side and return the broccoli to the pan, stirring to coat it in the sauce.
    This image shows minced garlic and aromatic seasonings being added to the skillet with shrimp, infusing the dish with rich and savory flavors.
  • Squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the shrimp and broccoli, then heat for 1-2 minutes.
    This image shows fresh lemon juice being squeezed over shrimp and broccoli in the skillet, adding a zesty and tangy flavor to the dish.
  • Remove from heat, garnish with parsley, lemon slices, and red crushed chili pepper if desired.
    This image shows the finished garlic butter shrimp broccoli skillet being garnished with fresh parsley, lemon slices, and crushed chili flakes, with final heating to bring all the flavors together.

Notes

  • Use fresh or frozen shrimp for this dish, but be sure to thaw the shrimp thoroughly before cooking.
  • For extra spice, increase the amount of Sriracha or add red pepper flakes.