Garlic Butter Shrimp & Broccoli

Super simple and incredibly satisfying, this Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli skillet is about to become one of your go-to weeknight dinners. Tender, juicy shrimp get seared in a paprika-spiced butter, tossed with crisp-tender broccoli, and finished with a splash of lemon and fresh parsley for a dish that tastes like way more effort than it actually takes.

When I’m in a hurry but still want something fresh, buttery, and full of flavor, this garlic shrimp and broccoli skillet is exactly the kind of easy recipe that makes dinner feel simple and satisfying. It comes together in about 30 minutes, uses just one pan, and works over rice, pasta, or completely on its own if you’re keeping things light.

Ingredients For Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli:

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Ingredient amounts and full recipe directions are in the recipe card below with a print option!

How To Make Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli:

• Season the shrimp. Toss the shrimp with paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.

• Cook the shrimp. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side, until pink and tender. Transfer the shrimp to a plate.

• Cook the broccoli. In the same skillet, add the broccoli florets with a small splash of water. Cover and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, until bright green and just tender.

• Add the garlic. Stir in the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, if using. Cook for about 30 seconds, until fragrant — keep an eye on it so it doesn’t burn.
• Return the shrimp. Add the shrimp back into the skillet and toss everything together in the garlic butter sauce until well combined.
• Finish and serve. Drizzle with fresh lemon juice and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Serve immediately over steamed rice or pasta, or enjoy it on its own for a lighter seafood dinner.

FAQs

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Garlic Butter Shrimp & Broccoli

Quick, buttery, and full of flavor — this garlic shrimp and broccoli skillet makes dinner feel simple and satisfying, even on your busiest nights.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 290

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves minced
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Method

 

1. Season the shrimp with paprika, salt, and black pepper.
2. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook 1 to 2 minutes per side, until pink and tender. Transfer to a plate.
3. In the same skillet, add the broccoli with a small splash of water. Cover and cook 3 to 4 minutes, until bright green and just tender.
4. Stir in the garlic and red pepper flakes, if using. Cook 30 seconds, until fragrant.
5. Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss everything together in the garlic butter sauce.
6. Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with parsley. Serve immediately over rice, pasta, or on its own.

Notes

Pat shrimp completely dry before seasoning if using frozen shrimp — this helps them sear instead of steam.

Red pepper flakes are optional; adjust to your preferred spice level.