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Ingredients

  • 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, divided

  • 1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and de-veined

  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

  • 5 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1/4 cup chicken stock

  • Juice of 1 lemon, or more, to taste

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves

Directions

  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium high heat.
  • Add shrimp, salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Cook, stirring occasionally, until pink, about 2-3 minutes; set aside.
  • Add garlic to the skillet, and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Stir in chicken stock and lemon juice.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer until reduced by half, about 1-2 minutes.
  • Stir in remaining 6 tablespoons butter, 1 tablespoon at a time, until melted and smooth.
  • Stir in shrimp and gently toss to combine.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with parsley leaves, if desired.

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