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Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli Skillet

Craving a delicious, low-carb meal that's ready in under 20 minutes? This Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli Skillet is your perfect solution! Packed with flavor, this easy one-pan dish combines juicy shrimp, tender broccoli, and a zesty garlic butter sauce.
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Course: main dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli Skillet
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings

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Ingredients

  • 8 oz raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp red chili flakes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 lemon (sliced)
  • 1 tbsp fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • Salt to taste
 

Instructions:

  1. Cook the Broccoli:
    • Heat a medium skillet over medium heat and add 1 tbsp of olive oil. Once the oil is hot, add the broccoli florets. Season with salt and pepper, and cook for 4-5 minutes. Remove the broccoli and set aside.
  2. Cook the Shrimp:
    • In the same skillet, add the shrimp along with salt and paprika. Cook for about 5-6 minutes until the shrimp are fully cooked. Transfer the shrimp to a bowl and set aside.
  3. Prepare the Butter Sauce:
    • To the same skillet, add the butter. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic, oregano, and red chili flakes. Cook for about 2 minutes until the garlic is golden and fragrant.
  4. Combine the Shrimp and Broccoli:
    • Return the cooked broccoli and shrimp to the skillet, adding a few lemon slices. Let everything simmer together in the butter sauce for 2 more minutes.
  5. Serve:
    • Serve the shrimp and broccoli warm, topped with the butter sauce and fresh cilantro.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 387kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g |Cholesterol: 188mg | Sodium: 825mg | Potassium: 362mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1814IU | Vitamin C: 47mg | Calcium: 112mg | Iron: 1mg
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