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Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli Skillet

A quick and delicious one-pan meal featuring succulent shrimp and fresh broccoli, all sautéed in rich garlic butter.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Red pepper flakes (optional)

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Toss in the shrimp and broccoli into the skillet.
  4. Season with salt, pepper, and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes.
  5. Cook until the shrimp are pink and broccoli is tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Drizzle with lemon juice before serving.

Notes

Don’t crowd the pan when cooking. This dish can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for a month. Reheat in a skillet with a splash of water or broth if needed.