This one-pan Mediterranean-style skillet combines juicy shrimp, smoky sausage, and tender broccoli tossed in a bright garlic-lemon sauce. It’s fast, protein-rich, and packed with bold flavor.
Yield
- Serves 4
Prep Time
- Prep: 15 minutes
- Cook: 20 minutes
- Total: 35 minutes
Ingredients
Protein
- 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 12 oz (340 g) smoked sausage (chicken or turkey sausage works well), sliced into rounds
Vegetables
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced (optional)
Garlic-Lemon Sauce
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Juice of 1 large lemon (about 3–4 tablespoons)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons chicken broth or water
Finishing touches
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese (optional but recommended)
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the broccoli
- Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add broccoli florets and cook for 2–3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
- Drain and immediately rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
- Set aside.
This keeps the broccoli crisp-tender and vibrant.
Step 2: Brown the sausage
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add sliced sausage.
- Cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned on both sides.
- Remove sausage and set aside.
Step 3: Cook the shrimp
- In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon olive oil.
- Add shrimp in a single layer.
- Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Cook for 1–2 minutes per side, until pink and opaque.
- Remove shrimp and set aside with sausage.
Step 4: Build the flavor base
- Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the skillet.
- Add onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Add garlic and red pepper flakes.
- Cook for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
Step 5: Make the sauce
- Stir in:
- Lemon juice
- Lemon zest
- Oregano
- Chicken broth
- Salt and pepper
- Simmer for 1–2 minutes, scraping up any browned bits from the pan.
Step 6: Combine everything
- Return sausage and shrimp to the skillet.
- Add broccoli and bell pepper (if using).
- Toss everything together and cook for 2–3 minutes until heated through and coated in sauce.
Step 7: Finish and serve
- Remove from heat.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley.
- Add crumbled feta if desired.
- Serve with lemon wedges.
Serving Ideas
- Over rice or quinoa
- With crusty bread to soak up the sauce
- On its own for a low-carb meal
- With a side Greek salad
Variations
Creamy Version
Add ¼ cup light cream or Greek yogurt at the end (off heat).
Spicy Version
Increase red pepper flakes or add a pinch of smoked paprika.
Extra Veggie Version
Add zucchini, cherry tomatoes, or spinach in the final 2–3 minutes.
Storage
- Refrigerator: Up to 3 days
- Reheat: Warm gently in a skillet over medium heat or microwave in short intervals
- Avoid overcooking shrimp when reheating
