This easy, healthy recipe for Garlic Butter Shrimp with Asparagus is ready in less than 30 minutes! It’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion.
One pan dinners are great for those evenings when you don’t have a lot of time to cook but still want to make something healthy and satisfying.
This recipe is super easy to make using simple ingredients. It’s loaded with protein, packed with flavor and the lemon garlic butter sauce is out of this world.
Plus, it can be easily customized to fit your dietary needs. Whether you’re looking for a keto-friendly recipe or just want to add more seafood into your diet, this dish is sure to please.
If you love this shrimp recipe, try our Shrimp Tacos and Creamy Garlic Tuscan Shrimp!
Recipe Tips
- Save time by using already peeled and deveined raw shrimp.
- Buy wild-caught shrimp versus farm raised.
- Can use tail-on or tail-off, whichever you prefer.
- For the best flavor use fresh shrimp, lemon juice and asparagus.
- Shrimp and asparagus cook fast so be sure to not overcook them.
What You Will Need
- Raw shrimp – peeled & deveined
- Asparagus, ends trimmed
- Butter
- Garlic, minced
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Juice of lemon
- Olive oil
- Crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
- Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
Variations of This Dish
This dish is so versatile. Feel free to add other vegetables or switch up the type of shrimp you use. Here are some ideas to get you started:
- Use jumbo shrimp for an extra-special treat.
- For a different twist, try using scallops instead of shrimp.
- Add some diced tomatoes or mushrooms to the mix.
- Use fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme for added flavor.
How to Make Garlic Butter Shrimp with Asparagus
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of butter and olive oil over medium heat.
Add asparagus, season with salt and pepper and saute for about 5 minutes or until tender. Remove from pan and set aside.
Using the same pan, melt the remaining butter. Add garlic and shrimp. Season with, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Cook for about 2 minutes on each side or until pink.
Add asparagus back to the pan to reheat for 1-2 minutes. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish and garnish with chopped parsley.
Serve immediately. Enjoy!
What Can I Pair With This Dish?
While this is already a meal itself, there are a few options you could also pair with this dish. If you want to keep things light, you could serve it with a simple green salad. Or, if you’re looking for something heartier, you could serve it over some rice or quinoa.
Can I Use a Different Vegetable?
Asparagus is a great option with shrimp but if you’re looking for something different you could pair it with broccoli, brussel sprouts or even green beans.
Storing & Reheating
- To Store: Place remaining leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- To Reheat: Heat to desired temperature in a covered skillet or microwave.
Garlic Butter Shrimp with Asparagus
This easy, healthy recipe for Garlic Butter Shrimp with Asparagus is ready in less than 30 minutes! It's perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled & deveined
- 1 bunch asparagus, ends trimmed
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
- Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of butter and olive oil over medium heat.
- Add asparagus, season with salt and pepper and saute for about 5 minutes or until tender. Remove from pan and set aside.
- Using the same pan, melt the remaining butter. Add garlic and shrimp. Season with, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Cook for about 2 minutes on each side or until pink.
- Add asparagus back to the pan to reheat for 1-2 minutes. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish and garnish with chopped parsley.
- Serve immediately. Enjoy!
Notes
Recipe Tips
- Save time by using already peeled and deveined raw shrimp.
- Buy wild-caught shrimp versus farm raised.
- Can use tail-on or tail-off, whichever you prefer.
- For the best flavor use fresh shrimp, lemon juice and asparagus.
- Shrimp and asparagus cook fast so be sure to not overcook them.
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