Garlic Butter Shrimp & Broccoli Skillet
A quick one-pan skillet featuring juicy shrimp and tender broccoli tossed in rich garlic butter sauce.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Cutting board
- Chef’s knife
- Wooden spoon
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice fresh
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes optional
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Season shrimp lightly with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook shrimp 1–2 minutes per side until pink; remove and set aside.
- Add broccoli with a splash of water, cover and steam until tender.
- Lower heat, add butter and garlic, and cook until fragrant.
- Return shrimp to skillet and toss to coat.
- Add lemon juice and red pepper flakes; adjust seasoning.
- Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Serve over rice, pasta, or enjoy on its own for a low-carb meal.