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Healthy One-Pan Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli

A delightful one-pan meal featuring succulent shrimp and crisp-tender broccoli, all enveloped in a rich, buttery garlic sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 juice of a lemon lemon
  • Red pepper flakes (optional for heat)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by gathering all your ingredients. Peel and devein your shrimp, and wash your broccoli florets thoroughly.
Cooking
  1. In a large pan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn it!
  2. Add the shrimp to the pan, season with salt and pepper, and cook for approximately 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque.
  3. Toss in the broccoli florets and the remaining butter. Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the top and stir everything together. You can add red pepper flakes at this point if you like a bit of heat!
  4. Cook for an additional 4-5 minutes, allowing the broccoli to become tender yet still bright green. Stir occasionally.
  5. Remove from heat and give everything a final squeeze of lemon juice before serving. Enjoy your healthy, delicious meal!

Notes

If shrimp isn’t your thing, you can easily swap it for halal chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces. Keep an eye on your shrimp; overcooking can make them tough. Always ensure that your pan is hot enough before adding the shrimp for a perfect sear. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a pan over medium heat or microwave for 1-2 minutes.