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Garlic butter shrimp and broccoli skillet — a quick what should I make for dinner tonight idea

Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli Skillet

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • salt and pepper
  • cooked rice or crusty bread to serve

Method
 

  1. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the broccoli with 2 tablespoons of water, cover, and cook 3 minutes until bright green.
  2. Push the broccoli aside, add the remaining butter and garlic, and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp in a single layer, season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, and cook 2-3 minutes per side until pink.
  4. Squeeze over the lemon juice, toss everything together, and serve over rice.

Notes

Do not overcook the shrimp — pull them the moment they curl into a C shape.