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Close-up shot of a serving plate on the white marble cooktop, garnished with fresh parsley and chili pepper flakes. Shrimp and broccoli are beautifully arranged, with lemon slices adorning the dish

Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli Skillet Recipe

This garlic butter shrimp with broccoli is packed with bold flavors from paprika, Sriracha, and lemon juice. A quick, easy, and wholesome seafood dish perfect for busy weeknights!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, seafood
Servings 4
Calories 330 kcal

Equipment

  • Large non-stick skillet
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Measuring spoons and cups
  • Spatula or wooden spoon
  • Lemon squeezer (optional)

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 lbs 700g medium raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 1/2 lbs 700g broccoli (1 1/2 crown ) rinsed and cut into florets
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 5 clove garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • Salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup 60ml vegetable stock
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha or any hot sauce you like
  • Crushed chili pepper flakes optional
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • Fresh chopped parsley or cilantro for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Sauté Broccoli: Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet, cook broccoli for 4-6 minutes until crisp-tender. Remove and set aside.
    Close-up shot of a black skillet on the white marble cooktop, with olive oil and butter sizzling. Fresh broccoli florets are being sautéed until crisp-tender, with a golden-brown crust forming on some of the edges.
  • Cook Shrimp: In the same pan, melt butter, add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 1-2 minutes.
    Close-up shot of the same black skillet on the white marble cooktop, with shrimp being added to melted butter. The shrimp sizzle and begin to turn pink, seasoned with salt and pepper.
  • Add Seasonings: Stir in garlic, paprika, Italian seasoning, and onion powder. Flip shrimp and cook for another minute.
    Close-up shot of minced garlic, paprika, Italian seasoning, and onion powder being stirred into the shrimp in the skillet. The spices begin to coat the shrimp, adding vibrant colors and aromas
  • Make the Sauce: Pour in vegetable stock and Sriracha, then let it reduce slightly for 1 minute.
    Close-up shot of the black skillet on the white marble cooktop, with vegetable stock and Sriracha being poured into the pan, creating a bubbling sauce as it begins to reduce slightly
  • Combine & Finish: Add broccoli back to the pan, toss everything together, squeeze fresh lemon juice, and heat for another 1-2 minutes.
  • Serve: Garnish with parsley, lemon slices, and chili flakes if desired. Enjoy immediately!
    Close-up shot of a serving plate on the white marble cooktop, garnished with fresh parsley and chili pepper flakes. Shrimp and broccoli are beautifully arranged, with lemon slices adorning the dish