4 Minute Spicy Garlic Shrimp Recipe

Craving a quick and flavorful weeknight meal? This 4-Minute Spicy Garlic Shrimp recipe (inspired by Rachael Ray!) is your answer! We've tweaked the Food Network classic to deliver a fiery, garlicky shrimp dish ready in under 20 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, this stovetop recipe is bursting with zesty lemon and fresh parsley. Get ready for a taste sensation!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 17 mins
Calories 152.4 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 4.6 (321 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for 4 Minute Spicy Garlic Shrimp

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How to Make 4 Minute Spicy Garlic Shrimp

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 4 cloves of minced garlic and 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the hot skillet. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add 1 pound of shrimp to the skillet. Season generously with 1/2 teaspoon of grill seasoning (or salt and pepper to taste).
  4. Cook shrimp for 3-4 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque. Do not overcook!
  5. Stir in 1 tablespoon of lemon zest and 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice. Add 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley.
  6. Remove the shrimp to a serving platter, leaving the delicious garlicky oil in the pan. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

9g

Carbs

0g