14 Shrimp Skillet Dinners for Weeknight Meals

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When it comes to fast and delicious dinners, few dishes can compete with shrimp. Whether you keep a bag in the freezer for last-minute suppers or frequent a local fish market, you've probably caught on to how versatile this seafood is. These easy, satisfying shrimp skillet dinners will inspire you to cook with the shellfish in new ways, especially if you're new to cooking with shrimp.

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Cajun Seafood Pasta

betsy

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Pasta and shrimp are a pair made in heaven. This Cajun-style recipe is a terrific departure from the expected.

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Quick and Easy Paella

Dee W.

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Paella may be the world's most famous skillet meal. This traditional Spanish one-pot meal varies from region to region, but the saffron-laced rice dish often includes shrimp. This easy take will become a family favorite in no time!

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Creamy Pesto Shrimp

Dianne

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Magic happens when you pair pasta and shrimp. With its creamy pesto sauce, this recipe is satisfying and simple.

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Camarones al Ajillo (Garlic Shrimp)

Julia001

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While paella may be the most famous Spanish shrimp dish, Camarones al Ajillo (Garlic Shrimp) is probably a close second. The cooking process mellows the bite of all the garlic that goes into the sauce.

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Champagne Shrimp and Pasta

Liz

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Want an elegant, romantic dinner for two or a special dish for a dinner party? This pasta's sophisticated champagne sauce comes with a serious wow factor.

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Chef John's Shrimp Etouffee

Mart

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If you're cooking Creole, you're likely cooking with shrimp. Chef John's Shrimp Etouffee is a classic (and perfect for a Mardi Gras gathering). The sauce's depth of flavor will impress your guests.

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Shrimp Eggs Foo Yung

Aja

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Think of Shrimp Eggs Foo Yung as a Chinese take on frittata. These skillet-fried flat omelets can serve as an unexpected brunch dish, a light lunch, or part of a Chinese dinner feast.

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Orange Ginger Shrimp Stir-Fry

Mark Ewing Du Plessis

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Your skillet can fill in for a wok in almost any stir-fry recipe, and shrimp are the perfect protein for this speedy style of cooking. Orange and ginger flavor this one-pan meal, which just needs some rice to fill out the plate!

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Old Charleston Style Shrimp and Grits

naples34102

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Creamy grits balance the intense flavor of saucy shrimp, and the textures of this classic Lowcountry dish are just magical together. If you aren’t a huge fan of grits, you can serve the shrimp over rice or even mashed potatoes.

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Prawn Malai Curry

nwhite949

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You'll find shrimp curries all over Southeast Asia. Once you try this Malaysian curry, it will become a household favorite. The flavors of this dish are balanced — spiced without being intensely spicy.

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Mango-Basil Shrimp Skillet

Evelyn

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Shrimp's natural sweetness pairs really well with fruit, especially citrus and other fruits with a bit of an acidic flavor. This skillet supper brings in the tropical notes of mango with amazing results.

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Simple Garlic Shrimp

catherine.drew

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Simple Garlic Shrimp is as basic as it gets. The perfect gateway shrimp dish, it's the recipe to pick when you want a fast, satisfying meal with minimal effort and maximum flavor.

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Adipoli Parathas

Stay-C

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This dish is a wonderful way to explore Indian cuisine. Serve this hearty combination of spicy shrimp and scrambled eggs for a special brunch dish, a weekend breakfast for the family, or even dinner. If the idea of making paratha (layered flatbread) is daunting, you can buy frozen pre-made versions in your local Indian market, or sub in flour tortillas.

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One-Skillet Shrimp and Rice with Spinach and Artichokes

sarahhorton

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This easy one-pan meal delivers all of your food groups with ingredients like shrimp, basmati rice, artichoke hearts, baby spinach, and olive oil. It's a terrific option if you're looking for a flavorful all-in-one dish.

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Two Weeks of Shrimp Dinners to Cook in Your Skillet

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Cajun Seafood Pasta

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Quick and Easy Paella

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Creamy Pesto Shrimp

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Camarones al Ajillo (Garlic Shrimp)

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Champagne Shrimp and Pasta

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Chef John's Shrimp Etouffee

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Shrimp Eggs Foo Yung

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Orange Ginger Shrimp Stir-Fry

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Old Charleston Style Shrimp and Grits

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Prawn Malai Curry

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Mango-Basil Shrimp Skillet

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Simple Garlic Shrimp

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Adipoli Parathas

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One-Skillet Shrimp and Rice with Spinach and Artichokes

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