Skillet Roasted Shrimp
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this quick and flavorful Skillet Roasted Shrimp recipe! Perfectly seasoned with a zesty blend of garlic, paprika, crushed red pepper flakes, and bright lemon, these tender shrimp come together in just 17 minutes, making it an ideal option for busy schedules. Cooked in a hot skillet to achieve that irresistible golden sear, this dish is garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness. Whether served over rice, alongside crusty bread, or atop a crisp side salad, this simple yet sophisticated shrimp recipe is a restaurant-quality meal you can enjoy in the comfort of your home. Plus, it’s naturally gluten-free and packed with protein, making it as nutritious as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Set aside.
In a medium bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, crushed red pepper flakes, lemon zest, salt, and pepper to create a seasoning mixture.
Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss well to evenly coat with the seasoning mixture.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Once the skillet is hot, add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
Flip the shrimp and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until fully cooked. Do not overcook to avoid tough shrimp.
Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle the shrimp with lemon juice.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy! Pair with crusty bread, rice, or a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
180 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.2 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 214 mg | 71% | |
| Sodium | 370 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.0 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 27.5 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 87 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 343 mg | 7% | |
*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.
