Garlic Butter Lemon Pepper Shrimp Skillet

Ingredients

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled & deveined

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 4 tbsp butter

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 lemon (zested and juiced)

• 1 tsp lemon pepper seasoning

• ½ tsp paprika

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

• Lemon slices (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Season the Shrimp

In a bowl, toss shrimp with:

• lemon pepper

• paprika

• garlic powder

• salt

• black pepper

Set aside.

2. Sear the Shrimp

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

2. Add shrimp in a single layer.

3. Cook 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.

4. Remove shrimp and set aside.

3. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce

1. Reduce heat to medium.

2. Add butter to the skillet and melt.

3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

4. Add lemon juice and lemon zest.

5. Mix until smooth and bubbling.

4. Combine

Add shrimp back into the skillet and toss to coat in the garlic lemon butter sauce for 1–2 minutes.

5. Finish & Serve

Sprinkle with fresh parsley and garnish with lemon slices.

Serve over:

• rice

• pasta

• mashed potatoes

• or with crusty garlic bread