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Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet with Smoked Paprika, Lemon Zest, and Fresh Parsley

Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet with Smoked Paprika, Lemon Zest, and Fresh Parsley

This Garlic Butter Shrimp Skillet is a quick and flavorful dish that combines succulent shrimp with garlic, smoked paprika, and a hint of lemon, topped with fresh parsley.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
  • 1 lemon Lemon zest
  • 1 lemon Lemon juice
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Cooked rice or pasta (optional) for serving

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Spatula

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
  3. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp to the skillet. Season with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on one side until they turn pink.
  4. Flip the shrimp and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the shrimp are fully cooked and coated in the garlic butter sauce.
  5. Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the fresh parsley.
  6. Serve immediately over cooked rice or pasta if desired.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the seasoning and serve with your choice of sides such as rice or pasta.