Easy, Flavor-Packed, and Fast: 20 Shrimp Recipes to Try

Shrimp is a seafood favorite that’s quick, easy, and incredibly versatile. Whether you’re whipping up a simple weeknight dinner or an elegant dish to impress guests, shrimp fits the bill. From spicy flavors to light and refreshing pastas, these 20 shrimp recipes are packed with delicious inspiration for every craving.

Bucatini with Garlic Shrimp

Bucatini pasta with shrimp in a white bowl. — Bucatini with Garlic Shrimp. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

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Tender bucatini pasta is paired with succulent garlic shrimp for a dish that’s both comforting and sophisticated. Fresh, fast, and immensely satisfying.
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Broiled Shrimp with Vegetables and Sriracha Peanut Sauce

An explosion of flavor and nutrition in every bite! Sweet roasted veggies meet tender shrimp, all topped off with a spicy-sweet sriracha peanut sauce for a dish worth savoring.
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Cold Shrimp and Cucumber Appetizer

A person holding a cucumber with shrimp and guacamole. — Cold Shrimp and Cucumber Appetizer. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

This refreshing appetizer combines the crispness of cucumbers with chilled shrimp for a bite that’s light, flavorful, and so easy to make.
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Roasted Shrimp, Red Peppers, and Feta

Juicy shrimp, sweet roasted peppers, and creamy feta unite in this Mediterranean-inspired dish. Every forkful is bright and zesty!
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French Quarter Shrimp or Barbecue Shrimp

Packed with bold seasonings, New Orleans-style barbecue shrimp will transport your taste buds straight to the French Quarter. Perfect for any seafood lover!
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Creamy Barbecue Shrimp

Barbecue Shrimp in a white bowl. — Creamy Barbecue Shrimp. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Rich, buttery, and laced with smoky barbecue flavors, this creamy shrimp dish is one you’ll keep coming back to. Serve it with crusty bread to soak up every drop!
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Cajun Deviled Eggs With Shrimp

This refreshing appetizer combines the crispness of cucumbers with chilled shrimp for a bite that’s light, flavorful, and so easy to make.
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Browned Butter Honey Garlic Shrimp

Shrimp with lemon wedges in a red sauce in a white casserole dish. — Browned Butter Honey Garlic Shrimp. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Butter, honey, and garlic come together for these caramelized, melt-in-your-mouth shrimp. Perfectly cooked and bursting with sweet-and-savory goodness.
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Shrimp Lo Mein

Savory shrimp meets tender noodles and stir-fried veggies in this delicious homemade version of a takeout classic. Quick, easy, and better than delivery!
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Shrimp Scampi with Zoodles

A bowl of shrimp scampi garnished with lemon slices, placed on a light grey surface next to a fork. — Shrimp Scampi with Zoodles. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

Swap out pasta for zucchini noodles in this healthier twist on shrimp scampi. Packed with garlic, lemon, and a burst of freshness, it’s a meal that’s light yet satisfying.
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Copycat Panda Express Honey Walnut Shrimp

Sweet, crispy, and coated with the perfect glaze – this take on Panda Express’s honey walnut shrimp is both indulgent and addictive.
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Air Fryer Panko Shrimp

Crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, these air fryer panko shrimp are a quick and easy delight. Perfectly golden, they’re made without all the extra oil, making them a guilt-free way to enjoy fried shrimp.
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Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta

A bowl of shrimp pasta with lemon and parsley. — Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Garlic lovers, this one’s for you! Tossed with tender pasta, the garlic butter shrimp delivers big, bold flavors in every bite.
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Authentic Shrimp Fried Rice (Better Than Takeout!)

Bowl of shrimp fried rice with vegetables, accompanied by a small dish of chili sauce, on a table with a blue checkered cloth. — Authentic Shrimp Fried Rice (Better Than Takeout!). Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Why order takeout when you can whip up this savory shrimp fried rice at home? Packed with flavorful shrimp and veggies, every grain tastes like pure comfort!
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Spinach Strawberry Salad With Shrimp

Sweet strawberries meet savory shrimp and fresh spinach in this unique salad. A drizzle of dressing ties it all together for a light, refreshing bite.
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Grilled Shrimp Grain Bowl

Overhead shot of shrimp skewers and veggie skewers next to a bowl of dressed grains. — Grilled Shrimp Grain Bowl. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

This fresh and healthy grain bowl combines grilled shrimp, hearty grains, and vibrant veggies for a balanced and flavorful meal.
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Easy Shrimp Scampi

A blue bowl filled with shrimp and rice, topped with green herbs, with a metal spoon in the bowl. — Easy Shrimp Scampi. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Butter, garlic, white wine, and a squeeze of lemon make this shrimp scampi a true classic. A quick dinner that’s as elegant as it is delicious.
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Sweet & Spicy Mango Shrimp

Mango shrimp served with white rice on a white plate with spoon. — Sweet & Spicy Mango Shrimp. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Juicy shrimp meet the tropical sweetness of mango and just the right amount of spice. A fun and flavorful recipe everyone will love.
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Copycat Olive Garden Shrimp Alfredo

A bowl of olive garden creamy shrimp alfredo pasta served in a black bowl with a spoon. — Copycat Olive Garden Shrimp Alfredo. Photo credit: Dinner by Six.

Rich, creamy, and irresistibly indulgent! This copycat recipe lets you recreate Olive Garden’s beloved shrimp Alfredo in the comfort of your own kitchen. Featuring perfectly cooked shrimp and a luxuriously smooth, cheesy sauce, it’s the ultimate comfort food experience.
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