19 Easy Shrimp Recipes You Can Make in No Time

One of the reasons I love shrimp for weeknight meals is that it cooks up SO fast! And there are so many ways to enjoy it – with pasta, over rice, in a stir-fry or with Cajun flavors. You’ll love these easy shrimp recipes that are designed to be fast, foolproof, and delicious.

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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Shrimp Broccoli Stir Fry

A plate of broccoli and shrimp with chopsticks. — Photo Credit: Pups with Chopsticks.

When you are craving Chinese takeout or just a simple healthy meal, try this shrimp and broccoli stir fry recipe. Crisp broccoli, tender shrimp, and a savory sauce come together in a delicious way. But don’t worry, it’s easy! You can have on the dinner table in under 30 minutes.

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Lemon Pepper Shrimp

This juicy lemon pepper shrimp recipe is sure to become a weeknight dinner fave and there’s a lot to love. It’s full of butter-y, lemon-y, pepper-y flavor (YUM!); it’s ready in about 10 minutes; and it’s made with a handful of ingredients. The bright and delicious lemon flavors enhance the shrimp in this delicious recipe. We love it over rice, but it would also be great on pasta.

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Honey Walnut Shrimp

A plate of shrimp with walnuts and sauce. — Photo Credit: Pups with Chopsticks.

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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Simple Grilled Shrimp Kabobs

shrimp kebabs — Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

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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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.

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Air Fryer Frozen Coconut Shrimp

If you are looking for a tasty snack or a yummy appetizer give this air fryer frozen coconut shrimp a try. It’s easy, crispy, and delicious!

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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 Ceviche

You are in for a delicious and refreshing appetizer with this shrimp ceviche recipe. Made with simple ingredients, it comes together quickly, but will impress anyone you make it for because it tastes SO GOOD! Simply mix the shrimp, lime juice, and fresh veggies and let the ceviche shrimp marinate or “cook” for a few hours before serving with tortilla chips. It’s a great light and bright appetizer.

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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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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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Greek Shrimp Skillet

A bowl of shrimp with vegetable broth. — Photo Credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This Greek shrimp skillet has so much amazing flavor that you are going to love. Shrimp, kalamata olives, feta cheese, tomatoes, spinach, fresh oregano, and lemon juice all come together in one tasty skillet. It’s an impressive-looking dish that’s surprisingly easy to make! A side of fresh bread will allow you to soak up all of that flavor.

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Shrimp Teriyaki

Get some sweet, sticky, and savory shrimp teriyaki on the table in less than 15 minutes from start to finish. Pair with rice and some steamed veggies for a complete meal that tastes better than takeout, and is ready in less time than it would take to order and pick up from your local restaurant. Your family will love this easy meal on busy weeknights.

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Old Bay Steamed Shrimp

This Old Bay steamed shrimp recipe is a great way to give a classic shrimp cocktail a little upgrade and extra flavor. It’s mild in flavor, but everyone will wonder how you made it because it tastes so good! Serve this shrimp as a peel-and-eat appetizer along with some other snacks like veggies and dip, or as part of a light meal with a simple veggie side like broccoli. It would also be excellent in a seafood salad!

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Moo Shu Shrimp

This moo shu shrimp recipe has everything you’re looking for in a weeknight meal. It’s nutritious, it’s fast (just 20 minutes), and it’s totally delicious. With classic moo shu flavors, this easy stir-fy is quick and easy to make at home. Serve over rice or with a warmed tortilla as a nod to moo shu wraps.

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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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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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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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