One-Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp Recipe 🍤✨
Looking for a quick and healthy dinner? This One-Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp has you covered! It’s light, flavorful, and super easy to make, even if you’re a beginner in the kitchen. Juicy shrimp cook in a zesty lemon-garlic sauce with a hint of butter, creating a dish that feels fancy without all the fuss. Plus, it’s perfect if you’re aiming for a balanced diet, as shrimp are low in calories and high in protein. You can serve it with rice, pasta, or even a side of roasted veggies to keep things fresh and wholesome.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 pound Shrimp peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves Garlic minced
- Juice and Zest of 1 Lemon
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon Parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Instructions:
- 1. Cook the Shrimp
- In a large pot, heat Olive Oil over medium heat. Add the Shrimp and cook for about 2 minutes on each side until they turn pink. Remove the shrimp and set them aside.
- 2. Make the Sauce
- In the same pot, melt the Butter and sauté the minced Garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Be careful not to let the garlic burn!
- 3. Add Lemon & Season
- Pour in the Lemon Juice and add the Lemon Zest, then season with Salt and Pepper. Stir everything together and let it simmer for a minute.
- 4. Combine and Finish
- Return the cooked shrimp to the pot, toss them in the lemon-garlic sauce, and cook for another minute until the shrimp are well coated. Sprinkle with chopped Parsley.
Notes
Serving Suggestions:
This One-Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp pairs perfectly with rice, pasta, or crusty bread for soaking up that buttery sauce.Why This Recipe Rocks:
- One-Pot Simplicity: Minimal cleanup with maximum flavor.
- Healthy & Light: Shrimp are a great source of lean protein.
- Quick & Versatile: Ready in just 20 minutes and great with different sides.
