Garlic Paprika Shrimp Skillet (Printable)

Succulent shrimp cooked with garlic, smoked paprika, and herbs in a single skillet for a quick, flavorful meal ready in 20 minutes.

# Ingredient List:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

02 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
03 - 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
05 - 1 lemon, cut into wedges

→ Oils & Fats

06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Spices

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

# How to Make:

01 - Pat the shrimp completely dry with paper towels to ensure proper searing and set aside.
02 - Pour olive oil into a large skillet and heat over medium-high heat until shimmering.
03 - Add minced garlic and diced bell pepper to the hot oil. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened.
04 - Sprinkle smoked paprika, sweet paprika, sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes into the skillet. Stir well to coat the vegetables and infuse the oil.
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. Serve right away with lemon wedges on the side.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The smoky paprika and garlic create a restaurant quality flavor without any fancy techniques
  • Everything cooks in one pan so cleanup is practically nonexistent
  • Shrimp cook in minutes making this perfect for busy weeknights
02 -
  • Overcooked shrimp become rubbery and sad, so remove them the second they turn pink throughout
  • Dry shrimp thoroughly before cooking or they will not develop that gorgeous sear
  • Smoked paprika is the secret ingredient that makes this taste like something from a restaurant
03 -
  • Let the pan get properly hot before adding ingredients, this creates the best sear on the shrimp
  • Use a wide skillet so the shrimp cook in a single layer instead of steaming on top of each other

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