23 Easy Shrimp Recipes That Beat Paying For Takeout

Say goodbye to soggy, cold, delayed restaurant takeout and hello to fresh, hot, and delicious meals made by you.

Our collection of shrimp restaurant takeout dishes tastes even better when made at home. Enjoy cooking our simple, easy-to-follow recipes that bring the rich flavors of your favorite seafood dishes to your kitchen.

Shrimp Lo Mein

A bowl of stir fried noodles with shrimp and peppers.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Savor homemade Shrimp Lo Mein in 30 minutes with this easy recipe featuring succulent shrimp, fresh veggies, and a savory sauce.
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Creamy Tuscan Shrimp

Tuscan Shrimp recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Indulge in the flavors of Tuscan shrimp, a succulent and comforting dish simmered to perfection in a creamy sauce. Perfect for any occasion.

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Air Fryer Shrimp

Air Fryer Frozen Shrimp recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Ditch the oven! Crispy Air Fryer Frozen Shrimp is in 15 minutes. Easy recipe, no thaw, endless dip & serving options. Seafood perfection awaits!

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Creamy Shrimp Salad

Shrimp Salad recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Shrimp Salad is delightfully light and refreshing. It’s made with perfectly cooked shrimp, onion, celery, cucumber, dill, and mayonnaise.

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Shrimp Carbonara

Shrimp Carbonara recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Decadently delicious Shrimp Carbonara is an incredibly easy recipe. Made with eggs, bacon, and cheese, this dish is ready in 30 minutes.

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Shrimp Dip

A person is dipping a cracker into a bowl of dip.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Dipping into deliciousness! Shrimp dip is a tasty appetizer everyone will love – the perfect way to kick off any party.

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Creamy Shrimp Chowder

Two bowls of chowder with bacon and corn.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Shrimp Chowder is a rich, creamy seafood chowder recipe made with tiny shrimp. Perfect for busy weeknights.

Get the Recipe: Creamy Shrimp Chowder

Shrimp and Mushroom Pasta In Wine Cream Sauce

Shrimp Mushroom Pasta recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

A deliciously creamy pasta dish packed with juicy shrimp, savory mushrooms, and tender linguini noodles all made in just 45 minutes!

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Shrimp Spinach Sunny Side Up Omelette

Shrimp Spinach Sunny Side Up Omelette recipe by xoxoBella.
Photo Credit: xoxoBella.

This Shrimp Spinach Sunny Side Up Omelette makes a great breakfast or brunch. A shrimp omelet recipe makes an unusual change from the more typical ham varieties. This seafood omelet with eggs on top is perfect for egg fans or breakfast for dinner.

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Easy Shrimp Linguine

A bowl of pasta with shrimp and lemons.
Photo Credit: xoxoBella.

Enjoy an easy Shrimp Linguine recipe covered in a delicious lemon butter sauce. This 20-minute pasta dish will be a family favorite!

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Kung Pao Shrimp

A plate containing shrimp stir-fry with a side of white rice, garnished with green onions and peanuts.
Photo Credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Master the art of making delicious Kung Pao shrimp at home with this easy, cost-effective recipe perfect for a quick and flavorful dinner.

Get the Recipe: Kung Pao Shrimp

Shrimp Quesadilla

A stacked shrimp quesadilla garnished with lettuce, sour cream, and tomato.
Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

This fast and easy shrimp quesadilla recipe is made with simple ingredients and comes together in just 20 minutes. Let everyone top their shrimp quesadillas!

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Shrimp Skewers

Grilled shrimp skewers with red and green bell peppers served on a black plate with lime wedges and herbs on the side.
Photo Credit: Corrie Cooks.

Enjoy this easy and delicious oven-baked shrimp skewers recipe. Ready in just 12 minutes, it’s perfect as an appetizer or for dinner.

Get the Recipe: Shrimp Skewers

General Tso Shrimp

A bowl of rice topped with sesame shrimp and broccoli garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
Photo Credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Make the classic General Tso takeout dish at home using shrimp with this easy and quick one-skillet recipe.

Get the Recipe: General Tso Shrimp

Shrimp Scampi Foil Packs

Shrimp Scampi Foil Packs recipe by xoxoBella.
Photo Credit: xoxoBella.

These simple Shrimp Scampi Foil Packs are a great idea if you’re looking for meals to cook over a campfire. They’re so garlicky and lemony!

Get the Recipe: Shrimp Scampi Foil Packs

Low Country Old Bay Shrimp Boil

A seafood boil containing shrimp, corn on the cob, and potatoes, garnished with parsley and lemon wedges.
Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

This easy old bay shrimp boil recipe requires just 9 basic ingredients. Although this classic low-country shrimp boil sounds fancy, it’s easy enough for a weeknight!

Get the Recipe: Low Country Old Bay Shrimp Boil

Shrimp Dip

A bowl of creamy shrimp dip garnished with chives and a dollop of red sauce, served with shrimp on the rim and crackers nearby.
Photo Credit: Dishes Delish.

Get your seafood fix with this warm shrimp dip! The perfect combination of flavors will make any seafood lover happy. Enjoy this flavorful dip as an appetizer or snack.

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Shrimp Pad Thai

A bowl of thai-style noodle dish garnished with peanuts and herbs.
Photo Credit: Binky’s Culinary Carnival.

Shrimp Pad Thai is a delicious and spicy dish that became popular during World War II. It is another easy Asian stir fry to make when you want to skip the take-out!

Get the Recipe: Shrimp Pad Thai

Shrimp Mei Fun

A plate of stir-fried noodles with shrimp and sliced vegetables, accompanied by a pair of chopsticks.
Photo Credit: Always Use Butter.

Make Shrimp Mei Fun at home in under 20 minutes with just a few simple steps for a delicious dinner the whole family will love.

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Grilled BBQ Shrimp Appetizer

Grilled BBQ Shrimp Appetizer With Baked Flour Tortilla Chips.
Photo Credit: Muy Bueno.

This Easy Grilled BBQ Shrimp Appetizer with Baked Flour Tortilla Chips is made with just 7 simple ingredients in less than 20 minutes. Juicy grilled jumbo shrimp are piled onto crispy baked tortilla chips with a dollop of creamy guacamole for a speedy, crowd-pleasing snack you’ll turn to again and again.
Get the Recipe: Grilled BBQ Shrimp

Shrimp Ceviche

A bowl of fresh shrimp ceviche garnished with herbs, vegetables, and a side of tortilla chip.
Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

This shrimp ceviche recipe is delicious and refreshing. Everyone will love it. It’s simple to make and perfect for hot summer nights.

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Stuffed Salmon

A plate of shrimp stuffed salmon topped with the stuffing and garnished with parsley.
Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Shrimp stuffed salmon is easy to prepare for weeknight meals with an elegant look that’s great for special occasions. A flavorful meal that everyone will love.

Get the Recipe: Shrimp Stuffed Salmon

Shrimp Tacos

Three shrimp tacos garnished with radish slices and served with lime wedges and a side of salsa on a wooden surface.
Photo Credit: Binky’s Culinary Carnival.

Shrimp tacos will be your new favorite taco for “Taco Tuesday.” They are a great 30-minute meal and a flavor bomb for your mouth.

Get the Recipe: Shrimp Tacos

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