Description
This Garlic Butter Shrimp recipe delivers succulent shrimp cooked in a rich, aromatic garlic butter sauce with a hint of lemon and fresh parsley. Perfect for a quick and flavorful dinner, this dish combines tender shrimp sautéed in butter and garlic, finished with a tangy lemon sauce for a bright, delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp
- 1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
Sauce
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided)
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup chicken stock
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
Instructions
- Season Shrimp: Season the peeled and deveined shrimp with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper according to your taste preferences to enhance the natural flavors.
- Cook Shrimp: Melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in batches and cook, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through, about 2-3 minutes. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add Liquids: Pour in the chicken stock and freshly squeezed lemon juice, bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer until the liquid reduces by half, approximately 1-2 minutes, intensifying the sauce’s flavor.
- Incorporate Butter: Stir in the remaining 6 tablespoons of butter, adding it one tablespoon at a time, stirring continuously until the sauce is melted and smooth, creating a rich and velvety texture.
- Combine Shrimp and Sauce: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and gently toss them in the garlic butter sauce to ensure they are evenly coated and heated through.
- Serve: Serve the garlic butter shrimp immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley leaves for a burst of color and freshness.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor and texture.
- Be careful not to overcook shrimp as they can become rubbery.
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice is preferred for the brightest flavor.
- Chicken stock can be substituted with vegetable stock for a lighter option.
- This dish pairs well with crusty bread, rice, or pasta to soak up the delicious sauce.
