Description
After a long day, dinner should be fast, flavorful, and stress-free. This Garlic Shrimp Skillet delivers all three. Juicy shrimp cook in a fragrant garlic and olive oil bath, finished with bright lemon and fresh parsley. It’s elegant enough to impress, yet simple enough for a busy weeknight—and it’s on the table in about 10 minutes.
Ingredients
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1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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2 tbsp olive oil
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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Juice of 1 lemon (plus wedges for serving)
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2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Prep first: Pat shrimp very dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
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Heat oil: Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
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Garlic aroma: Add garlic and sauté 30–60 seconds until fragrant (do not brown).
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Cook shrimp: Add shrimp in a single layer. Cook 2–3 minutes without moving, until pink on the bottom. Flip and cook 1–2 minutes more until opaque.
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Finish: Squeeze lemon juice over the skillet, sprinkle with parsley, and toss gently. Remove from heat. Taste and adjust seasoning.
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Serve hot with extra lemon wedges.
Notes
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Dry shrimp = better sear. Moisture causes steaming.
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Don’t overcrowd the pan. Cook in batches if needed.
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Watch the clock. Overcooked shrimp turn rubbery—pull them as soon as they’re opaque.
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Fresh garlic matters. It gives the best flavor here.