Garlic-Chili Shrimp and Zucchini Noodle Skillet

This Garlic-Chili Shrimp and Zucchini Noodle Skillet is the kind of weeknight dinner that proves healthy eating doesn't mean sacrificing flavor. Plump shrimp are seared until just pink and tossed in a punchy garlic and chili flake sauce, then combined with tender-crisp zucchini noodles and juicy blistered cherry tomatoes. A squeeze of fresh lemon at the end brightens every bite, cutting through the richness and tying the dish together. Perfect for anyone following a high-protein diet, this skillet packs over 30 grams of lean protein per serving while keeping carbs low thanks to the zucchini noodle swap. Shrimp is naturally lean, fast-cooking, and loaded with muscle-supporting protein, making it an ideal centerpiece for a quick dinner that supports satiety and recovery without weighing you down. Ready in under 25 minutes from start to finish, this one-skillet meal is as practical as it is delicious. It's naturally low-carb, gluten-free, and easily scaled up for meal prep. Serve it on its own for a light, fiery dinner, or pair it with a side of crusty bread for those not watching carbs as closely.

Ingredients

• 1 lblarge shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails removed
• 3 mediumzucchini, spiralized into noodles
• 1 cupcherry tomatoes, halved
• 4 clovesgarlic, minced
• 1 tspred chili flakes, adjust to taste
• 2 tbspolive oil
• 1 wholelemon, juiced and zested
• 0.5 tspsalt
• 0.25 tspblack pepper
• 2 tbspfresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
• 2 tbspgrated Parmesan cheese, optional, for serving

Method

1. If not using pre-spiralized zucchini, spiralize the zucchini into noodles using a spiralizer and set aside on a towel to drain excess moisture.
2. Pat the shrimp dry and season with salt and black pepper in a mixing bowl.
3. Mince the garlic and halve the cherry tomatoes on a cutting board.
4. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and sear until pink and opaque, about 2 minutes per side. 4:00
5. Transfer the shrimp to a plate and set aside.
6. Add the remaining olive oil to the skillet, then add the minced garlic and chili flakes. Sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds. 0:30
7. Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook until they begin to blister and soften, about 2 minutes. 2:00
8. Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet and toss with tongs to combine. Cook until just tender, about 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. 2:30
9. Return the shrimp to the skillet along with the lemon juice and zest. Toss everything together to coat evenly and warm through. 1:00
10. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley and grated parmesan if using, and serve immediately.