Easy Seafood Recipes for Weeknight Dinners: Garlic Butter Shrimp

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 lemon, juiced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 8 ounces linguine or spaghetti
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• Grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions

1. Start by cooking the linguine according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat, then add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Stir in the red pepper flakes and add the shrimp, cooking for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and are fully cooked.
4. Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes until they begin to soften.
5. Squeeze in the lemon juice and season everything with salt and pepper to taste, mixing well to combine.
6. Toss the cooked linguine into the skillet with the garlic butter shrimp, ensuring the pasta is well-coated with the sauce.
7. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving, and top with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.