Garlic Shrimp with Chilies

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this bold and irresistible Garlic Shrimp with Chilies recipe, a quick and easy dish bursting with flavor. Succulent, perfectly seared shrimp are infused with the rich aroma of minced garlic and the fiery punch of red chilies, all sautéed in a harmonious blend of olive oil and butter. Finished with a bright sprinkle of fresh parsley and a squeeze of zesty lemon, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s the perfect choice for busy nights or effortless entertaining, offering a tantalizing balance of heat, citrus, and savory perfection. Serve it with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the flavorful pan sauce, or pair it with your favorite pasta or rice for a complete meal. This easy garlic shrimp recipe will quickly become a go-to in your culinary repertoire!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 Red chilies (thinly sliced)
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 tbsp Unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 Lemon (cut into wedges)
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the shrimp under cold water, then pat them dry with paper towels. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and sliced chilies to the skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 4

Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on one side.

Step 5

Flip the shrimp and add the butter to the skillet. Cook for another 2-3 minutes or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the chopped parsley over the shrimp.

Step 7

Serve the garlic shrimp immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the top. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	568.8 grams (568.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	843

Total Fat 42.00g	54%
Saturated Fat 11.90g	60%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 917mg	306%
Sodium 2053mg	89%
Total Carbohydrate 11.30g	4%
Dietary Fiber 2.00g	7%
Total Sugars 2.50g
Protein 111.00g	222%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 231mg	18%
Iron 3mg	18%
Potassium 1520mg	32%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.6%

Protein: 51.2%

Carbs: 5.2%