Herbed Shrimp Skillet
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this quick and flavorful Herbed Shrimp Skillet! Bursting with the fresh flavors of garlic, lemon juice, and a medley of herbs like parsley, basil, and thyme, this one-pan dish is both simple and elegant. Succulent shrimp are sautéed in a rich blend of butter and olive oil, then tossed in a vibrant herb-infused sauce with a hint of red pepper flakes for optional heat. Ready in just 20 minutes from prep to plate, it’s a perfect recipe for busy nights or effortless entertaining. Serve it with crusty bread to soak up the zesty sauce, or pair it with rice or a crisp green salad for a wholesome meal. Whether you're a seafood lover or trying to impress dinner guests, this Herbed Shrimp Skillet is a guaranteed keeper!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat.
Once the butter is fully melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until they start to turn pink.
Flip the shrimp and cook for another 2-3 minutes until fully pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set them aside on a plate.
Reduce the heat to low and add the lemon juice, parsley, basil, thyme, optional red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss them in the herb mixture until they’re evenly coated and warmed through, about 1 minute.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle with lemon zest for an added burst of flavor.
Serve immediately with your choice of sides, such as crusty bread, rice, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
821 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.7 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.4 g | 77% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 923 mg | 308% | |
| Sodium | 1838 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.8 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.0 g | ||
| Protein | 110.5 g | 221% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 395 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1390 mg | 30% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
