Garlic Paprika Shrimp Skillet (Printable)

Succulent shrimp with garlic, smoked paprika, and herbs, all cooked in one skillet for a quick and flavorful meal.

# What You'll Need:

01 - 1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined

02 - 4 cloves garlic, minced

03 - 1 medium red bell pepper, diced

04 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

05 - 1 lemon, cut into wedges for serving

06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

07 - 1½ teaspoons smoked paprika

08 - ½ teaspoon sweet paprika

09 - ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

10 - ½ teaspoon sea salt

11 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

01 - Pat shrimp dry with paper towels to ensure even searing and set aside.

02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

03 - Add minced garlic and bell pepper to the hot oil. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened.

04 - Sprinkle both paprikas, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes into the skillet. Stir well to coat vegetables evenly.

05 - Arrange shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque throughout.

06 - Remove from heat immediately and stir in chopped parsley.

07 - Transfer to serving plates and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

01 -

The smoky paprika and garlic combination transforms simple shrimp into something extraordinary
Everything happens in one pan meaning less cleanup and more time enjoying your meal
Ready in twenty minutes flat but tastes like you spent much longer on it

02 -

Overcooked shrimp become rubbery and tough, so watch carefully and remove them the moment they turn pink
Dry shrimp sear better, so do not skip the paper towel step even if you are rushing
The pan needs to be properly hot before adding shrimp or you will end up with a watery sauce instead of a proper sear

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Cast iron or stainless steel pans give better browning than nonstick for this recipe
Let the pan get properly hot between adding the aromatics and the shrimp for the best sear marks