Garlic Butter Chicken and Shrimp Skillet
This Garlic Butter Chicken and Shrimp Skillet is a quick, delicious meal combining tender chicken and succulent shrimp in a rich garlic butter sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's perfect for a weeknight dinner or when you need something impressive but easy. With its savory flavors and juicy proteins, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts about 1 lb, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges optional, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken and shrimp: Season the chicken pieces and shrimp with salt, pepper, paprika, and smoked paprika. Set aside.
- Cook the chicken: Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook the shrimp: In the same skillet, add 2 tbsp of butter. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until they turn pink and are fully cooked. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside with the chicken.
- Make the garlic butter sauce: In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tbsp of butter and the minced garlic. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add the broth and lemon juice: Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Combine and finish: Add the cooked chicken and shrimp back into the skillet, stirring to coat them in the garlic butter sauce. Let everything simmer together for 1-2 minutes.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve with lemon wedges on the side, if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken thighs for chicken breasts if you prefer a juicier texture.
- Serve this dish over rice, pasta, or a bed of vegetables for a complete meal.
- For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes while cooking the garlic butter sauce.