Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli 🦐🥦🍯

This Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli recipe is quick, flavorful, and perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner. The shrimp are juicy, the broccoli is tender-crisp, and the sauce is a delicious mix of sweet and savory flavors. Plus, it’s ready in just 20 minutes!

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined (tail-on optional)
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
  • Cooked rice or noodles, for serving (optional)

Instructions:

Step 1: Cook the Broccoli

  1. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes, until they are bright green and slightly tender.
  3. Remove the broccoli from the skillet and set aside.

Step 2: Cook the Shrimp

  1. In the same skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.

Step 3: Make the Honey Garlic Sauce

  1. Push the shrimp to one side of the skillet.
  2. Add the honey, soy sauce, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the skillet.
  3. Stir everything together until the shrimp are coated in the sauce.

Step 4: Combine and Serve

  1. Return the broccoli to the skillet and toss everything together to coat in the sauce.
  2. Add the remaining 1 tbsp butter and stir until melted and glossy.
  3. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley.

Step 5: Serve

  • Serve the Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli over steamed rice, quinoa, or noodles for a complete meal.

Tips:

  • Don’t Overcook Shrimp: Shrimp cook quickly. Overcooked shrimp become rubbery.
  • Vegetable Options: You can add bell peppers, snap peas, or carrots for extra veggies.
  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutritional Info (Approx. per serving, without rice):

  • Calories: 280
  • Protein: 25g
  • Carbs: 18g
  • Fat: 12g

This Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp and Broccoli dish is sweet, garlicky, and perfectly balanced. It’s a quick and easy dinner idea that will have everyone asking for seconds! 🦐🥦🍯 Enjoy!