Garlic Butter Shrimp with Sausage & Broccoli

Overview

• Dish type: Main course / one-pan dinner

• Flavor profile: Savory, garlicky, lightly smoky

• Texture: Juicy shrimp, crispy sausage, tender broccoli

• Difficulty: Easy–Medium

• Cooking method: Pan-sear / sauté

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Yield

2–3 servings

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Ingredients (Exact Measurements)

Main Ingredients

• 300 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on or off)

• 250 g smoked sausage (andouille or kielbasa), sliced into thick rounds

• 300 g broccoli florets

Garlic Butter Sauce

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• ½ teaspoon paprika

• ¼ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)

• Salt, to taste

• Black pepper, to taste

Optional Finish

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

• Fresh parsley, chopped

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Preparation

Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients

• Pat shrimp completely dry and season lightly with salt and pepper.

• Slice sausage evenly.

• Cut broccoli into bite-sized florets.

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Step 2: Cook the Sausage

• Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

• Add sausage slices in a single layer.

• Cook for 4–5 minutes, turning occasionally, until well browned.

• Remove sausage from skillet and set aside.

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Step 3: Cook the Broccoli

• In the same skillet, add broccoli florets.

• Sauté for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until bright green with light browning.

• Add 2–3 tablespoons of water, cover, and steam for 2 minutes until tender-crisp.

• Remove broccoli and set aside with sausage.

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Step 4: Sauté the Shrimp

• Reduce heat to medium.

• Add butter to the skillet.

• Add garlic and cook for 20–30 seconds until fragrant.

• Add shrimp in a single layer.

• Sprinkle with paprika and chili flakes.

• Cook 2 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and opaque.

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Step 5: Combine & Finish

• Return sausage and broccoli to the skillet.

• Toss everything together gently for 1–2 minutes, coating with garlic butter.

• Add lemon juice if using.

• Taste and adjust seasoning.

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Serving

• Serve immediately while hot.

• Great on its own or over:

  • Steamed rice

  • Pasta

  • Mashed potatoes

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Chef’s Tips

• Do not overcook shrimp—they become rubbery quickly.

• Browning sausage first builds flavor for the entire dish.

• Use a large pan to avoid steaming instead of searing.

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Variations

• Creamy version: Add 2 tablespoons cream at the end

• Low-carb: Serve as-is or over cauliflower rice

• Spicy: Add Cajun seasoning or extra chili flakes

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Storage

• Refrigerate leftovers up to 2 days

• Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat