15-Minute Skillet Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp
Sweet jumbo shrimp seared in foaming garlic herb butter with fresh lemon in 6 minutes.
- Cook temp
- 375°F
- 190°C · preheat
- Total time
- 11 min
- 5 prep · 6 cook · 1 rest
- Pull at
- 145°F
- USDA safe minimum
- Rest
- 1 min
- Before slicing
How to Make Sauteed Shrimp · Preppy Kitchen
Demonstrates flash searing shrimp in a hot skillet with butter and garlic before finishing off-heat with fresh lemon juice.
- Target //Cook at Medium-High (375°F / 190°C) for 6 mins.
- Doneness //Pull when internal temperature reaches 145°F (USDA safe minimum). Rest 1 mins before slicing.
- Golden Rule //Watch the shape: shrimp curled into a loose "C" are perfectly cooked. If they tightly curl into an "O", they are overcooked.
- Family Tweak //Serve plain buttered shrimp alongside pasta or buttered rice.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbsJumbo Shrimp (16/20 count), peeled and deveined
- 4 tbspSalted Butter, divided
- 1 tbspOlive Oil
- 4 clovesFresh Garlic, minced
- 1 tspKosher Salt
- 1/2 tspSmoked Paprika
- 1 piecesFresh Lemon, halved
- 2 tbspFresh Parsley, finely chopped
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Get to the point
- 1
Pat 1.5 lbs peeled shrimp completely dry. Season with kosher salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- 2
Melt 1 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp butter in large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 3
Add shrimp in single layer. Sear 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- 4
Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves, remaining 2 tbsp butter, lemon juice, and parsley. Serve immediately.
Step by step
Tap a step to cross it offThorough Moisture Removal
Pat 1.5 lbs raw peeled and deveined jumbo shrimp completely dry with paper towels. Season with 1 tsp kosher salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp paprika.
WhyDry shrimp sear immediately; wet shrimp boil in their own juices and turn rubbery.
High-Heat Single Layer Sear
2 minHeat 1 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp butter in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until butter foams. Add shrimp in a single layer. Sear undisturbed for 2 minutes.
WhyLeave space between shrimp so steam escapes quickly.
Flip & Aromatic Garlic Burst
2 minFlip each shrimp. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 2 additional tbsp butter. Cook for 2 more minutes, spooning melted garlic butter over shrimp.
WhyAdding garlic after flipping prevents the tiny garlic bits from burning in the hot pan.
Acid Emulsion Finish
Remove pan from heat. Squeeze the juice of half a lemon directly into the butter and toss with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley.
WhyLemon juice cuts the rich butter and emulsifies with pan juices into an instant sauce.
- Dad pro tip
- Watch the shape: shrimp curled into a loose "C" are perfectly cooked. If they tightly curl into an "O", they are overcooked.
- Kid & toddler adjustment
- Serve plain buttered shrimp alongside pasta or buttered rice.
- Serve with
- Garlic butter angel hair pasta · Crusty french bread for dipping · Caesar salad
- Reheating
- Reheat gently in skillet with 1 tsp butter for 90 seconds. Do not microwave.
- Calories
- 290
- Protein
- 35 g
- Carbs
- 3 g
- Fat
- 15 g
Nutrition source: USDA FoodData Central #175179. Cook-time basis: Tested on 1.5 lbs 16/20 raw shrimp in 12-inch stainless skillet over medium-high heat.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you reheat leftover 15-minute skillet lemon garlic butter shrimp without ruining the texture?
Reheat gently in skillet with 1 tsp butter for 90 seconds. Do not microwave.
What is the target internal temperature for this recipe?
Confirm internal core temperature reaches 145°F using an instant-read digital probe thermometer inserted into the thickest part. Allow the meat to rest for 1 minutes before slicing to let carryover heat equalize and lock in juices.
How do I adapt this meal for picky kids or toddlers?
Serve plain buttered shrimp alongside pasta or buttered rice.
What are the best side dishes to serve with this?
Recommended sides include Garlic butter angel hair pasta, Crusty french bread for dipping, Caesar salad.