By Becky Hardin
Published Jun 14, 2023
These Shrimp Recipes are all easy, quick to make, and delightfully tasty! Choose from shrimp tacos , pastas, grilled shrimp salad , and more easy shrimp ideas for dinner. Or make shrimp cocktail or coconut shrimp to pair with cocktails for a party appetizer. This healthy seafood favorite can be used with so many different recipes, so you’ll want to bookmark these shrimp dishes for future reference!
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Quick, Easy, and Healthy Shrimp Recipes
Wondering what to make with shrimp? This simple, healthy, quick-to-cook seafood favorite can be used in so many different ways. Make salads, soups, pastas, tacos, party appetizers, and comforting dinners–all with shrimp!
All of these easy shrimp recipes and dinner ideas will satisfy taste buds for any occasion. And whether you grill it, sear it, saute it, or bake it, shrimp cooks fast, so you won’t be in the kitchen for long.
Shrimp Fajitas
Easy Shrimp Dinner Ideas
These shrimp recipes are perfect for weeknight dinners with the whole family. These meals are tasty, easy to make, and still quite healthy.
- Shrimp and Broccoli Sheet Pan Dinner : Baked shrimp, honey garlic sauce, and broccoli are all cooked together on a sheet pan for a quick, healthy dinner idea.
- Creamy Parmesan Shrimp : Sauteed shrimp is cooked in the creamiest sauce, made with Parmesan, heavy cream, white wine, and garlic. It creates an indulgent flavor that pairs well with fresh pasta .
- Shrimp Creole : This spicy shrimp recipe is a classic dish that always pleases at dinner time. The flavor-filled sauce is satiating, especially when served with rice.
- Buffalo Shrimp Tacos : Oven-baked popcorn shrimp is coated in spicy buffalo sauce , and layered onto tortillas with cabbage, onion, ranch, and blue cheese. The best shrimp tacos for game day!
- Shrimp and Grits : Cheesy, buttery, Southern-style grits are served alongside Cajun-seasoned shrimp for a super quick and comforting meal.
- Chipotle Shrimp : Shrimp is coated in a smokey, spicy chipotle sauce and cooked in a skillet in minutes. Pair it with rice and veggies, or pile it into tortillas to make tacos for dinner.
- Shrimp Fajitas : Freshen up fajita night with this delicious recipe. Seared shrimp is perfectly-spiced with fajita seasoning , and served on tortillas with sweet corn, tomatoes, and guacamole.
Coconut Shrimp
Shrimp Appetizer Recipes
Whether you’re hosting a party, having cocktails and appetizers, or looking for something to serve before your favorite seafood dinner, these shrimp appetizer recipes will do the trick.
- Coconut Shrimp : This crispy, deep-fried jumbo shrimp is the most classic holiday appetizer that’s both easy and fancy. The spicy pina colada sauce is perfect for dipping.
- Bacon Wrapped Shrimp : Juicy shrimp wrapped in flavorful, savory strips of bacon…what more do I need to say?
- Cilantro Lime Shrimp Scampi : Cook up jumbo shrimp in a cilantro lime and white wine sauce for zesty flavor. This makes a great appetizer for parties as it pairs well with cocktails.
- Hot Shrimp Dip : Shrimp, cocktail sauce, cream cheese, and more are baked up hot into a cheesy party dip.
- Shrimp and Grits Appetizer Cups : Creamy, cheesy grits and shrimp are served in individual-sized portions, for a fun party appetizer that’s easy to make, serve, and eat!
Grilled Shrimp Salad
Healthy Shrimp Recipes
One of the awesome things about shrimp (and seafood in general) is that it’s always a healthier option, but these recipes are especially good for you. Light, filled with veggies, and still delicious!
- Grilled Shrimp Salad : Marinated shrimp is grilled and tossed on top of a fresh and healthy salad, filled with corn, black beans, and a sweet homemade dressing. It’s perfect for summer lunches.
- Shrimp Summer Rolls : Shrimp, colorful veggies, and a spicy sauce are wrapped up in rice paper for a zesty appetizer that’s perfect for entertaining in the warmer months.
- Shrimp and Asparagus Sheet Pan Meal : Here’s another healthy shrimp recipe you can make with one pan! The asparagus, garlic, and butter create the best flavor.
- Shrimp Tacos with Pineapple Slaw : A fresh and citrus-y pineapple cabbage slaw brightens up these simple shrimp tacos. It’s both a tasty and good-for-you recipe.
- Bang Bang Shrimp : This healthy shrimp appetizer is made with grilled shrimp and creamy bang bang sauce for a delightful dish!
Shrimp Corn Chowder
Quick and Easy Shrimp Dinner Recipes
Shrimp cooks so fast, which means these meal ideas are all quick and easy to make. Dinner will be on the table in 30 minutes or less!
- Honey Sesame Shrimp : The tangy, sweet and salty sauce is so delicious. Serve these with basmati rice and sauteed vegetables for an easy weeknight meal.
- Shrimp Corn Chowder : Plump and juicy shrimp in a creamy corn chowder makes for a simple and comforting meal. And it comes together in just about 30 minutes.
- Air Fryer Garlic Shrimp : With just 5 ingredients and 15 minutes, you can make delicious garlic shrimp in the Air Fryer. Serve it with pasta for a quick meal idea!
- Creamy Garlic Shrimp : Quickly saute shrimp in a cheesy, spicy, garlic-filled cream sauce for a mouth-watering dish. I love to serve it with fettuccine, but it also makes a great stand-alone appetizer before dinner.
- Garlic Butter Shrimp : Lemon garlic butter and chili paste add savory, bright, and spicy flavor to this easy shrimp recipe. Serve it as an appetizer, or add it to dinner!
- Pesto Shrimp : Slather a homemade cilantro lime pesto onto shrimp skewers, and grill them up for a fun summer appetizer, or serve them over pasta. It’ll be ready in about 15 minutes!
Any of these easy shrimp recipes are sure to delight! Whether you’re making shrimp for dinner, making appetizers for your next party, or trying to get the kids to eat something healthy, these dishes will come in handy.
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By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List
What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Click ☝🏻 for my FREE Grocery List Printable!
I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
