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Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli


  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A quick, flavorful dish combining succulent shrimp, tender broccoli, and a rich honey garlic butter sauce. Perfect for weeknights, this one-pan recipe is healthy, easy to prepare, and packed with sweet and savory flavors.


Ingredients

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For the Dish:

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

For the Sauce:

  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp butter

Instructions

  • Prepare the Ingredients:
    Peel and devein the shrimp if necessary. Rinse and cut broccoli into bite-sized florets. Set both aside.
  • Make the Sauce:
    In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Adjust sweetness or saltiness as desired.
  • Cook the Broccoli:
    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add broccoli, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 3–5 minutes until tender-crisp. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  • Cook the Shrimp:
    Melt butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp in a single layer, season lightly with salt and pepper, and cook for 2–3 minutes until pink on one side. Flip and cook for an additional minute.
  • Add the Sauce:
    Pour the prepared honey garlic sauce into the skillet with the shrimp. Stir to coat and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  • Combine:
    Return cooked broccoli to the skillet. Toss everything together to coat evenly in the sauce. Cook for 1 minute to heat through.
  • Serve:
    Plate the dish and sprinkle with red pepper flakes if desired. Serve over rice, quinoa, or noodles for a complete meal.

Notes

  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheating: Reheat in a skillet with a splash of water or broth to loosen the sauce, or microwave in short intervals.
  • Variations:
    • Use tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian option.
    • Add bell peppers, carrots, or snap peas for extra vegetables.
    • Swap soy sauce for tamari or coconut aminos for a gluten-free version.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: main dish
  • Method: Sauté
  • Cuisine: American, Asian Fusion

Keywords: honey garlic shrimp, one-pan shrimp recipe, shrimp and broccoli