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Shrimp & Broccoli – Restaurant-Style Recipe

Published: May 3, 2020 · Modified: Nov 17, 2020 by Chef Dennis Littley

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During my restaurant days, just about any recipe including shrimp was a hit. And Shrimp and Broccoli was always a customer favorite. And you’re not going to believe how easy it is to make.

Shrimp and broccoli over linguine in a white bowl
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  • What do I need to make Shrimp and Broccoli?
  • Do I have to use Broccoli in this dish?
  • Can I make this dish with Chicken?
  • Do I have to serve Shrimp and Broccoli over pasta?
  • Recipe: Shrimp and Broccoli over Linguine

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It might be the addition of broccoli that makes this dish seem healthier. Fresh vegetables always make a recipe pop with color and flavor. And the truth is if a dish looks better its going to taste better. It’s often been said we eat with our eyes. So the first impression is important.

What do I need to make Shrimp and Broccoli?

overhead view of ingredients to make recipe

Let’s start by gathering the ingredients we need to make Shrimp and Broccoli. In Chef Speak this is called the Mise en Place which translates into Everything in its Place.

Not only does setting your ingredients up ahead of time speed the cooking process, but it also helps ensure you have everything you need to make the dish.

Do I have to use Broccoli in this dish?

No you don’t. You can use a variety of different vegetables to create a dish that you and your family are going to love. These are some of my other favorite vegetables for this dish.

  • spinach
  • cauliflower
  • tomatoes
  • asparagus
  • zucchini
  • mixed vegetables

you can use any single vegetable or combine your favorites. In one of the restaurants, I worked at we use to make match stick vegetables out of carrots, zucchini, yellow squash and red peppers. The vegetables were always crisp, fresh and colorful! It made quite an impression when served.

Can I make this dish with Chicken?

Yes you can. Chicken tenders cut in smaller pieces would make a delicious dish. You could also use scallops or chunks of salmon or your favorite fish.

See how easy it is to adapt a recipe to make it what you want it to be? If you enjoy what you eat your going to enjoy cooking.

Lets start making this dish.

mushrooms and shrimp in saute pan

The first step is to saute the mushroom giving them time to fully cook. Then add the shrimp to the pan and continue cooking until the shrimp are almost done.

saute pan with mushrooms, shrimp, broccoli and artichoke hearts

Then add the precooked broccoli and sliced artichoke hearts.

finished shrimp and broccoli in a saute pan

Add in the stock, seasonings and butter rolled (buerre manie) in flour to thicken the sauce.

side view of shrimp and broccoli in a white bowl

Serve the Shrimp and Broccoli over your favorite pasta and enjoy!

Do I have to serve Shrimp and Broccoli over pasta?

No you don’t. Try these options if you’d rather not use pasta.

  • Rice – your favorite type
  • Add white beans to the dish and skip the pasta
  • Quinoa or your favorite grain
  • Zucchini noodles
  • Spaghetti squash

Remember that recipes are guidelines and changing the ingredients to make the dish something you’ll love is the best way to cook. You’ll enjoy cooking more when you make dishes that you and your family will enjoy eating!

If you enjoy seafood and pasta, you may also like these recipes:

  • Clam Linguine Recipe
  • Bucatini with Blackened Salmon in a Gorgonzola Cream Sauce
  • Garlic Shrimp with Supergreens
  • Fruitti di Mare

Shrimp and broccoli over linguine in a white bowl

Shrimp and Broccoli over Linguine

Chef Dennis Littley
Serve up your family deliciousness with my easy to make Shrimp and Broccoli. Cooking like a chef is easier than you think and this restaurant-style dish can be on your dinner table in less than 30 minutes!
5 from 44 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Entree
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 827 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • ⅔ pound shrimp peeled and deveined I used 16/ 20 count
  • ½ pound linguine or your favorite pasta or rice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 8 ounces mushrooms sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 2 cups broccoli florets par-cooked fresh or frozen florets, thawed
  • 8 ounces artichoke hearts sliced
  • pinch red pepper flakes
  • 1 ounce white wine optional
  • sea salt and black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup chicken stock seafood or vegetable stock can be used
  • 1 tablespoon butter for beurre manie
  • 1 tablespoon flour for beurre manie

Instructions
 

  • Pre-cook the broccoli. Keep the brocolli but cooked enough for your tastes.
  • Cook pasta according to instructions on box
  • As pasta is cooking begin preparing the shrimp and broccoli by heating a large skillet on high heat
  • Add the oil to the hot pan, then add the mushrooms to the pan.
  • Saute the mushroom giving them time to fully cook (about 5 minutes)This will help them develop more flavor.
  • When the mushrooms are fully cooked add the shrimp and garlic to the pan and continue cooking until the shrimp are almost done.
  • Deglaze the pan with white wine (optional).
  • Next, add the precooked broccoli and sliced artichoke hearts to the pan
  • Add in the stock, seasonings and butter rolled (buerre manie) in flour to thicken the sauce.
  • Serve over linguinne and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 827kcalCarbohydrates: 106gProtein: 24gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 562mgPotassium: 964mgFiber: 9gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 1876IUVitamin C: 108mgCalcium: 95mgIron: 4mg
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  1. Lynndee says

    May 05, 2020 at 9:19 am

    Love me a seafood pasta. And that looks absolutely delicious. Those veggies are my faves.

    Reply
  2. Andrea Janssen says

    May 05, 2020 at 6:27 am

    5 stars
    Pasta, shrimp and broccoli are a golden combination. And I like the addition of mushrooms and artichoke for even more flavor. It truly sounds delicious.

    Reply
  3. Jess says

    May 04, 2020 at 11:45 pm

    5 stars
    This is a total hit in our house where we are major shrimp and broccoli lovers! Love the combination here.

    Reply
  4. Tasheena says

    May 04, 2020 at 10:45 pm

    5 stars
    This recipe looks so yummy. I know my son is going to love this. Looking forward to giving it a try.

    Reply
  5. Beth says

    May 04, 2020 at 8:23 pm

    5 stars
    This looks like a delicious meal! I’m never really sure what can easily be substituted, so I love that you gave some alternatives!

    Reply
  6. Marysa says

    May 04, 2020 at 8:01 pm

    Sounds like a great combo! And an easy dish. This would be a good crowd pleaser for when we have guests.

    Reply
  7. Amy Chung says

    May 04, 2020 at 7:23 pm

    5 stars
    Delicious! I could eat this all day!

    Reply
  8. Sue says

    May 04, 2020 at 5:20 pm

    5 stars
    I’m definitely someone who would order this in a restaurant. Can’t wait to make it at home.

    Reply
  9. Jen says

    May 04, 2020 at 2:22 pm

    Shrimp and mushrooms are two of my favorite things, and my kids love broccoli so this is perfect. Another tasty looking recipe!

    Reply
  10. Amber Myers says

    May 04, 2020 at 12:56 pm

    My husband and kids are all about shrimp, so they’ll be excited about this. It looks like a tasty dish!

    Reply
  11. Marisabel Park says

    May 04, 2020 at 10:19 am

    5 stars
    Thank you for such a delicious recipe, I will be trying out this week and I am sure it will be a success, the recipe is easy to follow.

    Reply
  12. Michele Peterson says

    May 04, 2020 at 10:02 am

    5 stars
    Beurre Manie – so that’s how you get a nice thick sauce in a pasta dish! Thanks for this handy pro tip…it makes an incredible difference in the presentation and flavour.

    Reply
  13. melissa chapman says

    May 04, 2020 at 9:55 am

    5 stars
    Shrimp is everyone’s favorite and adding a vegetable or broccoli makes it balanced and delicious. I will try this when i buy shrimp next time.

    Reply
  14. Emily Flint says

    May 03, 2020 at 11:30 pm

    5 stars
    Yum! I love all of your suggestions for different variations of this recipe, so awesome. And, I love mushrooms with shrimp, I never thought of that combo. I can’t wait to make this!

    Reply
  15. Nicole says

    May 03, 2020 at 10:23 pm

    5 stars
    Perfect dish.

    Reply
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