15 Shrimp Recipes for Busy Weeknights

When you need dinner on the table fast, look to shrimp! It cooks up in minutes, works with so many dishes, and is delicious and nutritious! We have everything from pasta to stir-fries to foil packs! Dig in.

Smoked Caribbean Jerk Shrimp

Smoked shrimp with lime edges. — Photo Credit: xoxo Bella.

Make these succulent, smoky shrimp when you crave some Caribbean flavor. This recipe tastes amazing and is so easy that you can have it ready in just about half an hour. Serve as an appetizer or turn it into a full meal by adding a veggie and some coconut rice.

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Greek Shrimp Skillet

If you love Mediterranean flavors, this Greek shrimp skillet will be a game-changer! Juicy shrimp, tomatoes, olives, and feta cheese combine in one pan for a fresh, flavorful, and straightforward dish. Serve it with crusty bread or over pasta for a meal that feels like a trip to the Greek islands!

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Wok Seared Steak and Shrimp

steak and shrimp stir fry — Photo Credit: XOXO Bella.

You’ll love this Panda Express copycat recipe for wok seared steak and shrimp. It’s like an Asian surf and turf with beef and shrimp. Enjoy this copycat steak bites and shrimp stir fry for lunch of dinner, or make it to impress your friends.

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Seafood Paella with Mussels, Shrimp and Chorizo

Traditional Spanish paella is a must-have when visiting Spain. This is a flavourful seafood paella with mussels, shrimp and chorizo.

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Simple Grilled Shrimp Kabobs

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These grilled shrimp kabobs are simply delicious, easy to make, cook quickly, look beautiful, and are nutritious to boot. Because we’re keeping the flavors really simple with these shrimp skewers, they make a great party appetizer or can be served as a main course with your favorite sides.

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Cajun Shrimp Pasta

Creamy, a little spicy and definitely robust-tasting, Cajun shrimp pasta makes a wonderful midweek dinner, perhaps paired with a side salad.

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Shrimp Quesadillas

This shrimp quesadilla has two cheesy layers, slightly spiced shrimp, and a crispy tortilla to hold it all together. Serve the shrimp quesadillas with a side of refried beans and a lot of fresh toppings on the table. It’s quick and delicious.

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Shrimp Scampi Foil Packs

shrimp scampi packets — Photo Credit: XOXO Bella.

These simple shrimp scampi foil packs are a great idea if you’re looking for meals to cook over a campfire. They’re so garlicky and lemony!

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General Tso Shrimp Stir Fry

General Tso shrimp is an easy Chinese shrimp dish which you can rustle up in less than 30 minutes with flavors that are better than takeout!

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Old Bay Shrimp Boil

This easy Old Bay shrimp boil is a classic for a reason and it’s so much fun to eat. Boil up a big pot of seasoned water (with Old Bay of course, lemon, beer, and onion) and let the tender shrimp, baby potatoes, smoky sausage, and sweet corn all cook together for a meal that is great for a large group and full of delicious flavor. Serve with melted butter and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, a cold beverage, and plenty of napkins.

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Garlic Tomato Shrimp Scampi

A bowl of shrimp scampi without wine in the sauce. — Photo credit: xoxo Bella.

Make this shrimp scampi without the wine for a family-friendly dinner that everyone will enjoy. This meal is made with simple ingredients like butter, pasta, garlic, tomatoes, and spices. Pair with a salad or fresh baked bread for a complete meal that is ready in just 25 minutes.

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Shrimp Linguine

You are going to love this shrimp linguine recipe! It’s perfect for a special dinner at home, but fast enough to make for a delicious weeknight dinner as well. This shrimp and linguine starts with a base of chewy linguine, is topped with buttery garlic shrimp, and finished with crunchy garlic breadcrumbs for big-time flavor and texture in each bite.

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Honey Walnut Shrimp

This Panda Express copycat recipe is even better than takeout. It’s got crispy shrimp and candied walnuts with a creamy sweet and savory sauce that everyone will love. It’s packed with flavor and you can have on the table in just about 30 minutes. Serve over rice and get your chopsticks ready.

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Sheet Pan Shrimp and Sausage

A sheet pan with peppers, yellow squash and shrimp. — Photo Credit: xoxo Bella.

Sheet pan dinners are a time saver for busy nights and this recipe is destined to be a favorite with your family. Succulent shrimp, savory sausage slices, and veggies like yellow squash, green beans, and red peppers are the perfect combination for an easy and filling dinner that comes together in 35 minutes. Serve with crusty bread on the side.

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Shrimp Fajitas

Not only is this meal nutritious and delicious, but it’s also totally easy to make, making it a great option for weeknight dinners. Shrimp is seasoned with a homemade fajita seasoning blend and cooks with bell peppers, onions, and garlic for maximum flavor. Put out a bunch of fresh toppings like lettuce, pico de Gallo, and sour cream and let everyone build their own fajita.

Get the Recipe: Easy Shrimp Fajitas.