Lemon-Pepper Shrimp and Broccoli

This lemon-pepper shrimp and broccoli recipe is the easy, flavorful shrimp dinner you need in your regular rotation. It delivers the perfect balance of acidic, spicy, and sweet for a perfect dinner.

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 10

Inactive time: 30

Total Time: 50

Servings:

Calories: 196kcal

Equipment

Skillet

Ingredients

1 pound jumbo shrimp (peeled and deveined)
1 tablespoon Lemon & Pepper seasoning
2 teaspoons honey
½ teaspoon cayenne powder (plus more to taste)
½ teaspoon kosher salt (plus more to taste)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (divided; plus more if needed)
12 ounces broccoli florets
4 cloves garlic (peeled and minced)
1 small shallot (peeled and minced)
2 scallions (minced; a pinch reserved for garnish)
1 lemon (cut into wedges; optional, for serving)

Instructions

Marinate the shrimp:

In a bowl, whisk together the Lemon & Pepper seasoning, honey, cayenne powder, kosher salt, and 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil. Add the shrimp and toss to coat. Transfer to the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

Sauté the broccoli:

Heat 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil in a wide skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the broccoli and sauté for 2 minutes. Add the garlic and shallot and toss to coat. Sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant. Season lightly with salt. Transfer to a bowl.

Sauté the shrimp:

Return the skillet to medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, turning often, until the shrimp are almost cooked through.

Add the broccoli:

Return the broccoli to the skillet and toss to combine. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the shrimp are opaque. Taste and add more salt if needed. Turn off the heat and add the minced scallions.

To serve:

Transfer the shrimp and broccoli to a serving platter. Serve with a pinch of minced scallions on top and lemon wedges on the side. Enjoy!

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