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    Angela @ BakeItWithLove.com · 2 Comments

    Quick & Easy Shrimp Recipes

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    Best quick & easy shrimp recipes pin with vignette and text title over shrimp pasta dish.

    These quick & easy shrimp recipes are so flavorful and delicious, they are the perfect way to end your busy weekday! They are loaded with flavors, spices, and sauces, and are all incredibly easy to make! Your family will request these quick & easy shrimp recipes every night of the week!

    Best Quick & Easy Shrimp Recipes

    Shrimp is an affordable, versatile, and healthy protein with a whole lot of flavor! There’s no wonder shrimp is extremely popular all over the world, as it tastes great in such a wide variety of meals!

    Here is a list of the best quick and easy shrimp recipes that can all be made in 20 minutes or less!

    Best quick & easy shrimp recipes to make featuring 4 tasty recipes in a collage.
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    • Best Quick & Easy Shrimp Recipes
    • 1. Cajun Shrimp
    • 2. Garlic Butter Shrimp
    • 3. Air Fryer Frozen Shrimp
    • 4. Shrimp Scampi
    • 5. Shrimp With Garlic Sauce
    • 6. Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta
    • 7. Dynamite Shrimp
    • 8. Creamy Coconut Shrimp
    • 9. Hunan Shrimp
    • 10. Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas
    • 11. Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta
    • 12. Garlic Shrimp Pasta
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    • Quick & Easy Shrimp Recipes: New Orleans BBQ Shrimp (+More Tasty Shrimp Dishes!)
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    1. Cajun Shrimp

    In under 10 minutes, you will have a quick, zesty protein ready to eat! I love to add this Cajun shrimp to some rice for a delicious and satisfying dinner!

    This easy weeknight dinner is exactly what you need!

    Cajun Shrimp
    Cajun shrimp can be made in just under 10 minutes. This zesty and buttery shrimp recipe is something that people will rave about! Pair your shrimp with pasta, rice, veggies, or eat them by themselves- no matter what you choose you will have a dinner everyone enjoys!
    Check out this recipe
    Closeup square image of cajun shrimp with lemon slices in a frying pan.

    2. Garlic Butter Shrimp

    The tender, juicy garlic butter shrimp from this recipe are what dreams are made of! The delectable sautéed shrimp are covered with a buttery garlic sauce that is to die for.

    Whether you enjoy it with some pasta or just eat it by itself you won’t be disappointed!

    Garlic Butter Shrimp
    My delicious, tasty, and quick garlic butter shrimp combines tender sauteed shrimp with rich and flavorful butter and garlic! The succulent shrimp are drenched in this flavorful sauce to make the best simple shrimp dish you’ll ever make!
    Check out this recipe
    Closeup of the garlic butter shrimp in skillet.

    3. Air Fryer Frozen Shrimp

    Using the air fryer makes this dish ridiculously easy. The shrimp in this recipe is very simple, yet extremely flavorful!

    They make the perfect shrimp cocktails!

    Air Fryer Frozen Shrimp
    These air fryer frozen shrimp come straight out of the freezer and can still be on your table ready to eat in just 10 minutes! Cooking times are also noted for fresh shrimp, cooked frozen shrimp, and breaded frozen shrimp so you can have your fave cooked up in no time. Plus, you can make a tasty shrimp cocktail in a hurry too!
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    Air fryer shrimp served with lemon wedges and cocktail sauce.

    4. Shrimp Scampi

    This shrimp scampi is not only quick and easy, but it’s better than anything you’ll get at a restaurant! Make this your easy weeknight meal or skip the pasta and make it a low-carb specialty!

    My shrimp scampi is so delicious and saucy, it’s too good not to share!

    Shrimp Scampi
    A fantastic classic dish with tender shrimp in a lemony garlic sauce!
    Check out this recipe
    Shrimp Scampi

    5. Shrimp With Garlic Sauce

    This super quick meal is loaded with perfectly cooked shrimp, veggies, and a heavenly garlic sauce! You won’t even miss getting takeout, because you can have this dish ready in just 20 minutes.

    Add, remove, or substitute practically anything you want in this super versatile and tasty meal!

    Shrimp with Garlic Sauce
    This tasty shrimp with garlic sauce combines tender, wok-fried shrimp with tender-crisp vegetables in a rich, flavorful garlic sauce! It's an incredibly flavorful family meal that can be ready to enjoy in just 20 minutes, start to finish!
    Check out this recipe
    Shrimp with garlic sauce in pan.

    6. Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta

    It’s time to add this lemon garlic shrimp pasta recipe to your weekly dinner menu because you are going to want to eat it all the time! It’s great for weeknights because it’s fast and easy, but it’ll taste like it just came from a restaurant!

    This flavorful dish is sure to be a winner with your family!

    Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta
    Lemon garlic shrimp pasta is an easy-to-make dish that combines al dente pasta with succulent, tender shrimp and a deliciously rich sauce! It's a fantastically flavorful seafood pasta anyone can make! Toss it together in just 20 minutes for a new family favorite meal!
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    Tasty lemon garlic shrimp pasta in the skillet and ready to serve as a family favorite 20 minute dinner.

    7. Dynamite Shrimp

    This is the ultimate appetizer that will wow all of your friends and family! It’s spicy, flavorful, and fried to pure perfection!

    The dynamite sauce combines mayo, Sriracha, and sugar to make a sauce that you’ll want to dip everything in!

    Dynamite Shrimp
    Dynamite shrimp is a delightfully tangy appetizer that combines crispy batter-fried shrimp that's been tossed in a tangy sriracha mayo sauce! It's a combination that is well-loved at Japanese restaurants, but that is incredibly easy to re-create at home for the whole family to enjoy! Skip the takeout and try my totally tasty dynamite shrimp recipe instead!
    Check out this recipe
    Dynamite shrimp served on green leaf lettuce with green onions as garnish.

    8. Creamy Coconut Shrimp

    This creamy coconut shrimp is so good it will put all the Chinese buffets out of business! Sweet coconut is paired with some citrusy lime to make the ultimate, creamy sauce!

    Serve it over some rice and dinner is served!

    Creamy Coconut Shrimp
    This incredibly easy to make Chinese buffet style Creamy Coconut Shrimp is a super tasty 15 minute dinner! The tender shrimp is quickly sauteed in coconut oil, stirred into the sweet coconut sauce, then topped with fresh lime zest for a tangy combination!!
    Check out this recipe
    an overhead ¾ view of the chinese buffet style creamy coconut shrimp in a blue speckled bowl

    9. Hunan Shrimp

    If you’re wanting to take the spiciness up a notch then look no further! This Hunan shrimp is a light, healthy dinner that is packed with heat!

    Stir fry in some veggies or serve it with rice, you can’t go wrong with this fabulous quick & easy shrimp recipe!

    Hunan Shrimp
    This Hunan Shrimp is a combination of tender shrimp that have been wok-fried and then coated in a flavorful Hunan sauce! Serve up your Hunan shrimp with stir-fried vegetables and rice for a light and healthy family meal! Even better, you can make this 20-minute dinner in less time than it takes to run to your local Chinese food restaurant!
    Check out this recipe
    Large square overhead image of hunan shrimp served in a white bowl with chopsticks placed on rim set on a dark blue background.

    10. Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas

    This one-pan meal is an absolute winner because it’s incredibly tasty, easy to make, and doesn’t leave a mess in the kitchen! Why choose chicken or beef fajitas when you can mix it up and use some tender and juicy shrimp fajitas?

    Serve these flavorful shrimp and veggies on a warm tortilla along with your favorite toppings!

    Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas
    These sheet pan shrimp fajitas are an incredibly flavorful and easy-to-prepare seafood dinner to serve on any family weeknight meal! Tender, juicy pieces of shrimp are cooked with bell peppers, onion, cilantro, and seasoning for a super tasty meal that everyone loves! Toss everything together and cook on the same sheet pan for minimal fuss and a quick clean up too!
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    These sheet pan shrimp fajitas are an amazingly easy, tasty, and healthy dinner the whole family will love!

    11. Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta

    Easy, quick, cheap, and delicious- can it get any better? This zesty and creamy meal works great any day of the week!

    When you serve this tasty shrimp pasta dish for dinner there won’t be any left!

    Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta
    This bang bang shrimp pasta features spaghetti noodles, tasty shrimp, and a wonderfully savory and creamy sauce! Your entire family will love this dish so much that it will find a spot on your weekly dinner rotation. Plus, it is on the table and ready to enjoy in just 20 minutes!
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    12. Garlic Shrimp Pasta

    This elegant garlic shrimp pasta is a go-to quick & easy shrimp dinner in my house! Even though this dish is simple and quick, it is overflowing with big flavors!

    A perfect dinner that your whole family is sure to love is only 20 minutes away!

    Garlic Shrimp Pasta
    This tasty Garlic Shrimp Pasta combines perfectly cooked shrimp, pasta, and fresh greens with a buttery garlic sauce for a simple shrimp dinner that everyone will love! The easy white wine sauce makes the dinner perfect for pairing with a good bottle of Pinot Grigio or Chardonnay, or substitute seafood broth to omit the wine!
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    No matter which of these quick & easy shrimp recipes you choose, you're going to love it! Next, leave a comment down below so you can let me know which shrimp dish you're the most excited about!

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    Quick & Easy Shrimp Recipes: New Orleans BBQ Shrimp (+More Tasty Shrimp Dishes!)

    These quick & easy shrimp recipes are so flavorful and delicious, they are the perfect way to end your busy weekday! They are loaded with flavors, spices, and sauces, and are all incredibly easy to make! Your family will request these meals every night of the week!
    Author | Angela
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 216kcal
    Prep 5 minutes minutes
    Cooking 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time 15 minutes minutes
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    Ingredients
     

    • 1 lb shrimp (large, peeled and deveined)
    • 2 teaspoon Creole seasoning (divided into 2 equal portions)
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil (extra virgin)
    • 1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
    • 2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
    • ⅓ cup chicken broth
    • 1 ½ tablespoon lemon juice
    • 3 tablespoon butter
    • green onions (optional garnish)
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    Instructions

    • Season the peeled, deveined shrimp with half of the Creole seasoning in a small to medium-sized bowl. Stir to coat evenly then set aside.
      1 lb shrimp, 2 teaspoon Creole seasoning
    • Heat a large skillet or frying pan with the extra virgin olive oil to medium heat.
      1 tablespoon olive oil
    • Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the seasoned shrimp and saute for 1-2 minutes. Add minced garlic and remaining Creole seasoning then saute with the shrimp for about 30 seconds.
      1 teaspoon garlic, 2 teaspoon Creole seasoning
    • Cook just enough to start changing color, but not to overcook the shrimp. Remove the shrimp and set them aside while you make the buttery sauce.
    • Add the sauce ingredients (Worcestershire sauce, chicken broth, and lemon juice) to the pan juices and stir to combine. Bring to a boil and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
      2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, ⅓ cup chicken broth, 1 ½ tablespoon lemon juice
    • Reduce heat to low and melt the butter, then toss with cooked shrimp. Adjust seasoning to taste as needed.
      3 tablespoon butter
    • Serve immediately with some tasty grits, garnished with sliced green onion.
      green onions

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    Notes

    • Make sure to thaw frozen shrimp completely before cooking.
    • Bacon fat is a phenomenal upgrade to using olive oil (or any cooking oil) in this classic recipe. You can also swap out the chicken broth for beer or ginger ale.
    • Cook over medium to medium-low heat to help prevent ending up with rubbery shrimp.
    • Use my Creole seasoning because it's fabulous! If using store-bought brands like Zatarain's, Tony Chachere, or Slap Ya Mama you will want to only add salt after your dish is fully cooked. Shrimp are salty as-is!
    • Liquid smoke can also be added to the sauce (½ to 1 tsp).
    • Bay scallops can be sauteed with shrimp, use a 50/50 blend with shrimp or prawns.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 216kcal (11%) | Carbohydrates: 3g (1%) | Protein: 23g (46%) | Fat: 13g (20%) | Saturated Fat: 6g (38%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 206mg (69%) | Sodium: 386mg (17%) | Potassium: 402mg (11%) | Fiber: 1g (4%) | Sugar: 1g (1%) | Vitamin A: 686IU (14%) | Vitamin C: 4mg (5%) | Calcium: 88mg (9%) | Iron: 1mg (6%)
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    New Orleans BBQ Shrimp, Quick & Easy Shrimp Recipes, seafood, shrimp appetizers
    Course Appetizers, Seafood
    Cuisine Creole, Southern

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      February 28, 2023 at 12:53 pm

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        February 28, 2023 at 6:28 pm

        ¡Muchas gracias Ana!

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