Sheet Pan Garlic Butter Shrimp and Asparagus on a plate

Quick Dinner & One-Pan · Easy

Sheet Pan Garlic Butter Shrimp and Asparagus

This sheet pan shrimp dinner roasts shrimp and asparagus together in a garlic butter sauce for an easy, flavorful meal ready in about 15 minutes.

10Prep min
10Cook min
20Total min
  • 1.5 lbslarge shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 lbasparagus, trimmed
  • 4 tablespoonsbutter, melted
  • 3 clovesgarlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoonlemon juice
  • to taste salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes
  • for garnish chopped parsley
  1. 1Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. 2Whisk together melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  3. 3Toss the asparagus with half the garlic butter and spread on the sheet pan.
  4. 4Roast for 5 minutes, then push to one side and add the shrimp tossed in the remaining garlic butter.
  5. 5Roast for another 6-8 minutes, until the shrimp are pink and opaque and the asparagus is tender.
  6. 6Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.

Make it yours

  • Add cherry tomatoes to the pan.
  • Serve over rice or pasta.
  • Sprinkle with grated parmesan before serving.

Good with

  • Crusty bread for dipping
  • Steamed rice
  • A simple side salad

Good questions, answered.

How do I avoid overcooking the shrimp?

Add the shrimp partway through so they finish roasting alongside the asparagus, and pull them as soon as they turn pink and opaque.

Can I use frozen shrimp?

Yes, thaw and pat dry first so they roast rather than steam.