20-Minute Garlic Butter Shrimp and Asparagus (One-Pan)
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 230kcal
This low-carb, high protein Garlic Butter Shrimp and Asparagus recipe is such an awesome quick dinner option! It's rich with buttery garlic flavor, all made in one skillet and ready in just 20 minutes! Pair with pasta, rice, potatoes, a salad or enjoy as is!
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Ingredients
- 1.5 lb. medium raw shrimp peeled and deveined, tails removed if desired
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed (400g)
- 2 Tbsp butter divided
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 Tbsp onion powder
- 1 lemon juice of half
- For garnish: red pepper flakes fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil and 1/2 Tbsp of the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the asparagus and season with salt and pepper to taste. Saute the asparagus for about 3-4 minutes, or until it’s tender but still crisp. Then transfer to a plate and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 1.5 Tbsp of butter, the shrimp and salt and pepper to taste. Saute on one side undisturbed for 1-2 minutes then add the minced garlic, Italian seasoning and onion powder. Flip the shrimp and cook on the opposite side for another 1-2 minutes.
- Push the cooked shrimp to one side to make room for the asparagus then add the asparagus back in. Squeeze the lemon over everything and remove from heat.
- Garnish with red pepper flakes, fresh cilantro and lemon wedges, if desired. Serve with noodles, rice, potatoes or as is and enjoy!
Notes
To make dairy-free: use dairy-free butter.
Nutrition
Serving: 1/4 of skillet (240g) | Calories: 230kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 4.7g | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2.5g