Description
A quick and easy 15-minute weeknight dinner featuring pan-seared shrimp in a rich garlic butter and white wine sauce. This recipe is light, flavorful, and perfect for busy families.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 6–8 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/3 cup dry white wine (such as Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- Kosher salt and black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Thaw frozen shrimp if necessary and pat them thoroughly dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil and butter. Melt until foaming and fragrant, but not brown.
- Add the minced garlic (and red pepper flakes if using) to the pan. Sauté for 30-60 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add the shrimp to the pan in a single layer. Cook undisturbed for about 2 minutes to sear, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque.
- Pour in the white wine and lemon juice. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan and let the sauce simmer for 1-2 minutes to reduce.
- Remove from heat, stir in the fresh parsley, and serve immediately over pasta, rice, or vegetables.
Notes
Ensure shrimp are completely dry before cooking to achieve a good sear rather than steaming. Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary. Shrimp are done when they curl into a loose ‘C’ shape; tight ‘O’ shapes indicate overcooking. White wine can be substituted with chicken broth or extra lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/2 po
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 11
- Carbohydrates: 4
- Protein: 25
Keywords: garlic butter shrimp, quick dinner, weeknight meal, easy seafood, 15 minute recipes, pan-seared shrimp, gluten-free dinner