Shrimp is one of the most versatile ingredients out there. It cooks fast, soaks up flavor beautifully, and works in everything from fresh salads to saucy pastas and sizzling skillets. This list brings together shrimp dishes with a wide range of flavors and cooking styles. Whether you want something spicy, creamy, grilled, or chilled, these shrimp recipes are packed with bold taste and ready to impress.

Baked Shrimp Scampi

Baked Shrimp Scampi. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Tender shrimp cook in a buttery garlic sauce with lemon and herbs. It’s rich, simple, and great with pasta or crusty bread.
Get the Recipe: Baked Shrimp Scampi

Broiled Shrimp with Vegetables and Sriracha Peanut Sauce

Plate of cooked shrimp with brown sauce, served alongside steamed broccoli florets, offering a burst of flavor perfect for those seeking new shrimp recipes.
Broiled Shrimp with Vegetables and Sriracha Peanut Sauce. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Shrimp and mixed vegetables get a fast, flavorful broil, then are drizzled with a spicy-sweet peanut sauce for a punchy finish.
Get the Recipe: Broiled Shrimp with Vegetables and Sriracha Peanut Sauce

New Orleans Barbecue Shrimp

A white bowl filled with flavorful shrimp in a herbed sauce, garnished with parsley, served with two slices of rustic bread.
New Orleans Barbecue Shrimp. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

This Southern classic features shrimp cooked in a spiced butter sauce with bold Cajun flavor. Best served with something to soak it all up.
Get the Recipe: New Orleans Barbecue Shrimp

Pickled Shrimp

A close-up of a flavorful shrimp dish featuring cooked shrimp mixed with sliced onions, herbs, and spices in a white rectangular bowl—perfect for those seeking delicious shrimp recipes and variety.
Pickled Shrimp. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Marinated in vinegar, spices, and herbs, these chilled shrimp are tangy, zesty, and perfect as an appetizer or snack.
Get the Recipe: Pickled Shrimp

Roasted Shrimp, Red Peppers, and Feta

Roasted Shrimp, Red Peppers, and Feta. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Sweet peppers and shrimp roast together, then get topped with crumbled feta for a warm, Mediterranean-inspired dish.
Get the Recipe: Roasted Shrimp, Red Peppers, and Feta

Shrimp and Pineapple Stir-fry

A bowl of rice topped with flavorful shrimp, snap peas, pineapple chunks, red bell peppers, and a light sauce—a perfect pick for fans of shrimp dishes.
Shrimp and Pineapple Stir-fry. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Juicy shrimp and sweet pineapple come together in a quick stir-fry with just the right amount of savory sauce.
Get the Recipe: Shrimp and Pineapple Stir-fry

Slow Cooker Shrimp, Farro, and Tomato Risotto

Slow Cooker Shrimp, Farro, and Tomato Risotto. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

This one-pot dish blends farro and tomatoes into a creamy base, with shrimp added at the end for a perfectly cooked finish.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Shrimp, Farro, and Tomato Risotto

Grilled Shrimp Grain Bowl

Overhead shot of shrimp skewers and veggie skewers next to a bowl of dressed grains.
Grilled Shrimp Grain Bowl. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

Charred shrimp top a bowl of grains, greens, and veggies for a colorful, balanced meal with smoky depth.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Shrimp Grain Bowl

Browned Butter Honey Garlic Shrimp

Shrimp with lemon wedges in a red sauce in a white casserole dish.
Browned Butter Honey Garlic Shrimp. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Shrimp are seared in browned butter, then coated in a sticky honey garlic glaze. Sweet, savory, and full of flavor.
Get the Recipe: Browned Butter Honey Garlic Shrimp

Bucatini with Garlic Shrimp

Bucatini pasta with shrimp in a white bowl.
Bucatini with Garlic Shrimp. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Thick bucatini noodles pair with garlicky shrimp in a simple olive oil sauce that’s bold and satisfying.
Get the Recipe: Bucatini with Garlic Shrimp

Bloody Mary Shrimp

plate of bloody mary shrimp on peach tiles with a baguette.
Bloody Mary Shrimp. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Shrimp get tossed in a spicy Bloody Mary-style seasoning blend for a zesty twist. Great served chilled.
Get the Recipe: Bloody Mary Shrimp

Risotto Shrimp Scampi

A bowl of creamy risotto with shrimp, topped with green herbs, and a spoon resting on the side.
Risotto Shrimp Scampi. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Creamy risotto gets topped with garlicky shrimp scampi for a luxurious, comforting dish that’s rich and flavorful.
Get the Recipe: Risotto Shrimp Scampi

Chorizo Shrimp Quesadillas

Quesadilla slices featuring savory chorizo on a wooden board with a side of red salsa and fresh cilantro.
Chorizo Shrimp Quesadillas. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Spicy chorizo and shrimp fill these crisp, cheesy quesadillas with layers of bold flavor in every bite.
Get the Recipe: Chorizo Shrimp Quesadillas

General Tso Shrimp

Homemade general tso shrimp with broccoli and rice in a bowl with chopsticks.
General Tso Shrimp. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Crispy shrimp are tossed in a sticky-sweet General Tso-style sauce. A takeout-style favorite with a seafood twist.
Get the Recipe: General Tso Shrimp

Authentic Shrimp Fried Rice (Better Than Takeout!)

Bowl of shrimp fried rice with vegetables, accompanied by a small dish of chili sauce, on a table with a blue checkered cloth.
Authentic Shrimp Fried Rice (Better Than Takeout!). Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Tender shrimp are stir-fried with rice, vegetables, and soy sauce for a classic dish that hits all the right notes.
Get the Recipe: Authentic Shrimp Fried Rice (Better Than Takeout!)

Cajun Deviled Eggs With Shrimp

Cajun Deviled Eggs With Shrimp. Photo credit: Gluten Free Supper.

A Southern twist on deviled eggs, topped with seasoned shrimp for a bite-sized snack with heat and richness.
Get the Recipe: Cajun Deviled Eggs With Shrimp

Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp

Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp. Photo credit: Trop Rockin.

Shrimp are coated in coconut and crisped up in the air fryer until golden and crunchy. Sweet, crispy, and perfect for dipping.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp

Greek Shrimp Skillet

Shrimp skillet dinner with kalamata olives, tomatoes and feta.
Greek Shrimp Skillet. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Shrimp simmer in a tomato and olive mixture, finished with crumbled feta for a warm, tangy skillet meal.
Get the Recipe: Greek Shrimp Skillet

Cold Shrimp Dip with Cream Cheese

A bowl of cold shrimp dip with cream cheese and fresh shrimp.
Cold Shrimp Dip with Cream Cheese. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Chilled and creamy with bits of tender shrimp throughout, this dip is easy to prep and always a crowd-pleaser.
Get the Recipe: Cold Shrimp Dip with Cream Cheese

Easy Shrimp Salad Stuffed Avocados

Easy Shrimp Salad Stuffed Avocados. Photo credit: My Mocktail Forest.

A creamy shrimp salad is scooped into fresh avocado halves for a quick, flavorful dish that’s light and filling.
Get the Recipe: Easy Shrimp Salad Stuffed Avocados

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