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Garlic Butter Shrimp

This easy garlic butter shrimp is succulent shrimp tossed in an easy garlic and lemon sauce. The perfect quick dinner or appetizer!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 215 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 lb large shrimp I use 16-20 count size, peeled, deveined and tails removed if desired
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2-3 teaspoons minced garlic  use more if you love garlic!
  • the juice of one lemon
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley

Instructions

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  1. Place the butter in a large pan and melt over medium high heat. Add the shrimp and season with salt, pepper and Italian seasoning. 
  2. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until shrimp are pink and opaque.
  3. Add the garlic and cook for one more minute.
  4. Stir in the lemon juice and parsley, then serve.

Nutrition Information

Calories 215kcal (11%) Protein 23g (46%) Fat 12g (18%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Cholesterol 315mg (105%) Sodium 481mg (20%) Potassium 90mg (3%) Vitamin A 350IU (7%) Vitamin C 4.6mg (5%) Calcium 176mg (18%) Iron 2.6mg (14%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 215

% Daily Value*

Calories 215kcal 11%
Protein 23g 46%
Fat 12g 18%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 315mg 105%
Sodium 481mg 20%
Potassium 90mg 2%
Vitamin A 350IU 7%
Vitamin C 4.6mg 5%
Calcium 176mg 18%
Iron 2.6mg 14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.