Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet Recipe

Last updated January 22, 2020•Published September 10, 2019 •by Olivia
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This go-to shrimp recipe for Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet makes an easy and quick meal that looks fancy. In just a few minutes, your shrimp will be perfectly cooked with garlic butter seasoning. 

shrimp recipe cooking in cast iron skillet

How do I prepare shrimp?

For a quicker meal, use shrimp that is peeled and deveined. It may cost a little more, but will save you a lot of prep time. If you use shrimp that needs to be cleaned first, you will have a few extra steps before cooking.

  1. Defrost the shrimp overnight in a bowl of cool water in the refrigerator.
  2. As an option, you can soak the shrimp in salt water for a short time to refresh them after being thawed.
  3. Wash the shrimp and discard any that look slimy or discolored.
  4. Pull off the legs and continue pulling back the shell, then remove the tail.
  5. Cut down the back of the shrimp and pull out the black vein. To remove the vein easily, slide a toothpick underneath to help lift the vein up and out.
  6. Allow the shrimp to soak in cold water until you are ready to use them.

How do you make this shrimp recipe with raw shrimp?

  1. Thaw shrimp completely in the refrigerator before cooking.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil. Add the shrimp and season well.
  3. Cook until the shrimp is pink and opaque. Depending on the size of the shrimp, it should only take four to five minutes to cook fully. If the shrimp start turning white, they are overcooked. Over cooked shrimp will be rubbery, so don’t let them cook too long.

close up image of garlic butter shrimp

Is shrimp good for weight loss?

Shrimp contains lots of lean healthy protein and very little fat and calories. It’s a great source of selenium and vitamin D as well. Because it’s packed with a variety of B vitamins, it’s a food that will keep you energized for hours.

Shrimp can help lower bad cholesterol and has no carbs. This means it’s great for a keto, Whole30 or other low carb diet.

In addition to being healthy and delicious, shrimp recipes like this Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet are very quick and easy to make.

shrimp recipe being cooked in a skillet with butter and garlic seasoning

What goes well with this shrimp recipe?

This perfectly seasoned garlic butter shrimp needs side dishes to create a complete meal. Try any of these with the shrimp:

How long can I store this meal?

This shrimp recipe can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days, or you can freeze the shrimp after cooking it and allowing it to cool. It will last in the freezer for about three months.

To reheat the meal, you can toss it in a pan over low heat. If it has been frozen, be sure to thaw it before reheating. Shrimp does not reheat well in the microwave.

More Shrimp Recipes to Try:

Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet

Yield: 4 people
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
5 mins
This go-to shrimp recipe for Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet makes an easy and quick meal that looks fancy. In just a few minutes, your shrimp will be perfectly cooked with garlic butter seasoning. 
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4.25 from 4 votes

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp. olive oil — extra virgin
  • 1 lb shrimp — raw, peeled and deveined
  • kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon garlic — minced
  • 4 tbsp grass-fed butter — melted — use Ghee if you're doing Whole30
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Juice of 1 lemon — or more, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley — chopped

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet heat olive oil over medium high heat. Add shrimp, salt and pepper. Cook until pink for about 3 minutes. Don’t forget to stir occasionally. Set aside.

  2. Add garlic to the skillet, and cook and stir few times for about 1 minute.
  3. Add butter, Italian seasoning and lemon juice. Stir in shrimp and gently toss everything to combine. Cook for another minute.
  4. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.
Course: dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: butter, garlic, shrimp
All text and images © Olivia Ribas / Primavera Kitchen.

Nutrition Information

Amount per serving (1/4) — Calories: 234, Fat: 18g, Saturated Fat: 8g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 5g, Cholesterol: 203mg, Sodium: 554mg, Potassium: 12mg, Carbohydrates: 2g, Sugar: 1g, Protein: 28g

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Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet Recipe