Garlic Shrimp Skillet with Cherry Tomatoes Recipe
This Garlic Shrimp Skillet with Cherry Tomatoes is a quick and flavorful dish featuring juicy, garlicky shrimp paired with sweet bursting cherry tomatoes in a fragrant basil and lemon sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, it combines simple ingredients for a delicious and fresh seafood meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Vegetables
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Lemon wedges for serving
Cooking Liquids and Fats
- 1/4 cup white wine (optional)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
Seasonings
- Salt to taste
- Red pepper flakes to taste
Instructions
- Heat the skillet: Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and pour in the olive oil. Let it get hot to ensure a good sear on the shrimp.
- Cook the shrimp: Add the shrimp to the hot skillet and cook for about 2 minutes on each side until they turn pink and are opaque. Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside to prevent overcooking.
- Sauté garlic and butter: In the same pan, add the butter and minced garlic. Cook for about 30 seconds until the garlic is fragrant and golden, being careful not to burn it.
- Add cherry tomatoes: Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes until they start to burst, releasing their juices and forming a sauce.
- Deglaze with wine: If using, pour in the white wine and let it bubble for about 1 minute. This will add acidity and depth to the sauce.
- Return shrimp and season: Add the cooked shrimp back into the skillet. Sprinkle with salt and red pepper flakes to your taste. Cook for an additional minute to meld flavors and heat through.
- Finish with basil and lemon: Sprinkle the fresh chopped basil over the dish and squeeze lemon juice on top for brightness.
- Serve: Serve the garlic shrimp skillet hot, optionally with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for best flavor and texture.
- The white wine is optional but adds nice acidity; substitute with chicken broth or skip if preferred.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to control spiciness.
- Serve with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to complement the sauce.
- Make sure not to overcook shrimp to keep them tender.
Keywords: garlic shrimp, cherry tomatoes, skillet shrimp, quick seafood recipe, easy dinner, Mediterranean shrimp
