Quick & Easy Garlic Butter Shrimp Recipe
This quick and easy garlic butter shrimp is a flavorful dish that comes together in just minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or a last-minute meal idea. Juicy shrimp are lightly seasoned, pan-seared until perfectly pink, then tossed in a rich, aromatic garlic butter sauce that coats every bite beautifully.
The recipe focuses on simple pantry spices like garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, lemon pepper, and Italian seasoning, combined with real fresh garlic and butter for bold flavor. Finished with dried parsley, this shrimp dish is savory, buttery, and incredibly satisfying while still staying effortless and beginner-friendly.
Quick & Easy Garlic Butter Shrimp Recipe
Course: MainCuisine: American / FusionDifficulty: EasyServings
4
servingsPrep time
10
minutesCooking time
10
minutesCalories
320
kcalIngredients
1 lb shrimp (tail on)
2–3 tbsp avocado oil
1 stick unsalted butter
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp ground black pepper
1 tsp lemon pepper seasoning
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt, to taste
Dried parsley, to taste
Directions
- Season the Shrimp
Place the shrimp in a bowl, drizzle lightly with oil, and toss to coat. Add onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, ground black pepper, lemon pepper, Italian seasoning, and salt. Mix well using your hands so each shrimp is evenly seasoned. - Sear the Shrimp
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add about 2–3 tablespoons of avocado oil. Once the oil is hot, add the shrimp in batches. Cook for about 1 minute per side until golden and the tails turn pink. Remove cooked shrimp from the skillet and set aside. Repeat with remaining shrimp. - Make the Garlic Butter Sauce
Using the same skillet, reduce heat slightly and add one stick of unsalted butter. Allow it to melt completely, then add the minced garlic. Cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic. - Combine and Finish
Sprinkle dried parsley into the butter sauce, then return the cooked shrimp to the skillet. Toss gently to coat the shrimp evenly in the garlic butter. Turn off the heat, mix briefly, and serve immediately.
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Notes
- Do not overcook the shrimp—one minute per side is enough to keep them juicy and tender.
