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Easy One Pan Honey Garlic Shrimp

This Easy One Pan Honey Garlic Shrimp is the ultimate quick dinner hero—sweet, garlicky, savory, and on your table in under 20 minutes. Tossed in a sticky honey-soy glaze and cooked all in one skillet, this dish is perfect for weeknights, light meal prep, or crowd-pleasing meals without the mess.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner, Weeknight Meal
Cuisine: Asian‑inspired Fusion
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Core Ingredients
  • 1  lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 3  tbsp butter or olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • ¼  cup honey
  • 2  tbsp soy sauce or tamari
  • 1  tbsp rice vinegar
  • ½  tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 –2 cups broccoli snap peas, or bell pepper strips
  • Steamed jasmine rice or cauliflower rice
  • Topped with sesame seeds cilantro, or lime wedges

Method
 

  1. Pat the shrimp dry and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Melt butter (or heat oil) in skillet over medium heat and stir in garlic for 30 seconds.
  3. Add glaze mix: honey, soy sauce, vinegar, red pepper; simmer until slightly thick.
  4. Add shrimp in a single layer; cook each side for 2–3 minutes until opaque.
  5. Coat shrimp in the glaze, making sure every piece is glossy.
  6. Serve over rice or veggies; top with green onions or sesame.

Notes

Easy One Pan Honey Garlic Shrimp – Helpful Tips

Cooking Tips & Techniques
Use large or jumbo shrimp—peeled and deveined—for quick cooking and easy eating.
Pat shrimp dry before cooking for the best sear and caramelization.
Whisk up the honey garlic sauce with soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, a splash of rice vinegar or lemon juice, and a pinch of red pepper flakes for balance.
Cook shrimp in batches if needed—avoid overcrowding the pan to keep them from steaming.
Add the sauce at the end and simmer just until thickened and glossy—don’t overcook the shrimp!
Serving Suggestions
Serve over jasmine rice, quinoa, noodles, or stir-fried veggies.
Top with sesame seeds, green onions, or a squeeze of lime for freshness and crunch.
Pair with sautéed snap peas, steamed broccoli, or a crisp Asian slaw for color and texture.
Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep bowls, or quick lunch plates.
Drizzle extra sauce over everything—trust me, you won’t want to waste a drop!
Make-Ahead & Storage
Make-Ahead: Prep the sauce and clean the shrimp in advance—store separately in the fridge until ready to cook.
Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezer: Freeze cooked shrimp and sauce separately for up to 1 month—thaw overnight in the fridge.
Reheat: Reheat gently in a pan over medium-low with a splash of water or broth. Avoid microwaving too long or shrimp may turn rubbery.
Tasty Variations to Try
Spicy Sriracha Twist: Add a dash of sriracha or chili garlic sauce to the glaze.
Ginger Soy Flavor: Grate in fresh ginger and add a splash of sesame oil for depth.
Pineapple Shrimp: Toss in fresh pineapple chunks for a tropical sweet-sour combo.
Low-Carb Version: Serve with cauliflower rice or spiralized zucchini noodles.
Sticky Shrimp Tacos: Load into warm tortillas with slaw, avocado, and cilantro-lime crema.