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Lemon Garlic Shrimp Broccoli | EpicureDelight

Lemon Garlic Shrimp Broccoli

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Lemon garlic shrimp broccoli pasta cooks linguine and broccoli together in garlic-infused broth, then finishes with shrimp added in the final 2–3 minutes for a light, bright one-pot dinner in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Protein
  • 12 oz linguine (dry), broken in half
  • 1 lb large shrimp (21/25), peeled and deveined
  • 3 cups broccoli florets, cut small (1-inch pieces)
Sauce and Aromatics
  • 3 tablespoon olive oil, divided
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Liquid and Finishing
  • 3½ cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan (optional)

Equipment

  • 12-inch deep skillet or 4-qt sauté pan
  • Tight-fitting lid

Method
 

  1. Heat 2 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium. Add garlic and red pepper flakes; cook 90 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  2. Add broth and bring to a boil. Add halved linguine and stir to prevent clumping. Reduce to a vigorous simmer.
  3. Add broccoli florets, pressing into the liquid. Cover and cook 10–12 minutes, stirring every 3–4 minutes, until pasta is almost al dente.
  4. Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Nestle into the pasta. Cover and cook 2–3 minutes until pink, opaque, and loosely curled.
  5. Remove from heat. Drizzle with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Toss gently.
  6. Serve immediately topped with parsley and Parmesan.

Notes

  • Pat shrimp completely dry before adding — moisture causes steaming and delays browning.
  • Loose C shape = done; tight O = overcooked — act on the C.
  • Break linguine in half for even distribution in the pan.
  • Add lemon juice off heat to preserve brightness and protect pasta texture.
  • Eat leftovers within 48 hours — shrimp degrade faster than pasta in the fridge.

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