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Easy Garlic Butter Shrimp and Asparagus Sheet Pan Meal

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A quick and satisfying sheet pan meal featuring buttery garlic shrimp and perfectly roasted asparagus, ideal for busy weeknights with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 bunch asparagus (about 1 pound), trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Juice and zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Optional: smoked paprika or red pepper flakes for mild heat
  • A handful chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Trim woody ends from asparagus and cut into 2-inch pieces. Place on a rimmed sheet pan and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and toss to coat evenly.
  3. Roast asparagus alone for 10 minutes.
  4. While asparagus roasts, mix softened butter, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and optional smoked paprika or red pepper flakes in a small bowl until well blended.
  5. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. After asparagus has roasted 10 minutes, remove sheet pan and nestle shrimp evenly around asparagus pieces.
  6. Dot shrimp and asparagus with spoonfuls of garlic butter mixture. Gently toss to coat shrimp without overcrowding.
  7. Return sheet pan to oven and roast for an additional 8-10 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque and asparagus is tender with golden tips.
  8. Remove from oven, sprinkle chopped parsley over the dish, and serve immediately with extra lemon wedges if desired.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the sheet pan to ensure proper roasting instead of steaming. Pat shrimp dry before cooking to achieve better browning. Keep an eye on shrimp after 8 minutes to avoid overcooking. Butter should be softened for easy mixing. Optional smoked paprika or red pepper flakes add a subtle smoky or spicy kick. Substitute green beans, broccolini, or zucchini if asparagus is unavailable. For dairy-free, use vegan butter or coconut oil.

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