Description
A quick and flavorful one-pot meal with succulent shrimp, tender broccoli, and a garlicky butter sauce. Perfect for busy nights when you want a delicious, low-maintenance dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 head of broccoli, cut into florets
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon fresh Parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2–3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften.
- Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for an additional 4–5 minutes until the broccoli is tender but still vibrant green.
- Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss them with the broccoli. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until everything is heated through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese (if using) before serving.
Notes
- For a more filling dish, you can add cooked pasta or rice to the skillet in the last step.
- If you prefer a dairy-free option, omit the butter and Parmesan and use olive oil instead.
- This dish can be made in advance, but the broccoli is best served fresh for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 160mg