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Quick One-Pan Garlic Butter Shrimp and Zucchini Noodles

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A fast, healthy, and flavorful dinner featuring shrimp and zucchini noodles cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce, ready in about 20 minutes with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound peeled and deveined medium-sized shrimp
  • 3 medium zucchinis, spiralized into noodles
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Zest and juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Rinse and spiralize the zucchinis. If using store-bought zucchini noodles, drain any excess moisture to avoid sogginess. Set aside. (5 minutes)
  2. Place a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Let it warm for about 1 minute until shimmering.
  3. Add the shrimp in a single layer, seasoning lightly with salt and pepper. Cook for about 2 minutes on each side or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from the pan and set aside. (4-5 minutes)
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low, add the butter to the pan. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic. Cook gently for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
  5. Stir in the lemon zest and juice, letting it blend into the garlic butter sauce.
  6. Add the zucchini noodles to the pan, gently tossing to coat in the garlic butter. Cook for 2-3 minutes until just tender but still with a slight bite.
  7. Add the shrimp back to the pan, toss everything together to warm through and marry the flavors. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. (2 minutes)
  8. Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

If zucchini noodles release too much water, drain and pat dry before cooking. Avoid overcrowding the pan when cooking shrimp to ensure proper searing. Stir garlic gently and avoid browning to prevent bitterness. Season at every step for best flavor.

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