Description
This Healthy Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights. Made with juicy shrimp, crisp-tender broccoli, and a rich garlic butter sauce, it’s packed with protein and nutrients. Ready in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 1½ lbs medium raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1½ lbs broccoli, cut into florets
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- ¼ cup vegetable stock
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional)
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté Broccoli: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add broccoli, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 4-6 minutes until crisp-tender. Remove and set aside.
- Cook Shrimp: In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 1-2 minutes on one side.
- Add Seasonings: Stir in minced garlic, paprika, Italian seasoning, and onion powder. Flip shrimp and cook for another minute.
- Create Sauce: Pour in vegetable stock and hot sauce (if using), letting the sauce reduce for 1 minute.
- Combine & Serve: Return the broccoli to the skillet and stir everything together. Drizzle with lemon juice and cook for another 1-2 minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Spicy Kick: Adjust hot sauce or add red pepper flakes for more heat.
- Protein Variations: Swap shrimp for chicken breast or tofu.
- Extra Veggies: Add bell peppers, snap peas, or mushrooms for variety.
- Dairy-Free Option: Use olive oil instead of butter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
