Classic Crockpot Garlic Butter & Herb Shrimp

🍤 Classic Crockpot Garlic Butter & Herb Shrimp

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 2 hours

Yields: 4 servings

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on or off)

• 4 tbsp unsalted butter (cut into large slabs

• 4 cloves garlic, finely minced

• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• 1/2 tsp coarse black pepper

• 1/2 tsp sea salt (or to taste)

• A pinch of red pepper flakes (optional for a kick)

Instructions:

1. Layer the Shrimp: Place the raw, deveined shrimp in an even layer at the bottom of your slow cooker.

1. Add Herbs & Butter: Place the slabs of butter directly on top of the shrimp pile.

1. Season heavily: Evenly sprinkle the minced garlic, chopped fresh parsley, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt over the butter and shrimp.

1. Slow Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 1.5 to 2 hours (or on HIGH for 45-60 minutes) just until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Do not overcook!

1. Serve: Toss gently to coat the shrimp in the melted herb-butter sauce, scoop with a large spoon, and serve hot over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.

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