24 Unforgettable Lobster and Shrimp Recipes You're Gonna LOVE

From weeknight dinners to special occasions, seafood is always a great option, especially lobster and shrimp. Their mild, slightly sweet flavor pairs well with a wide variety of flavors and textures, making them suitable for almost any dish. This collection of 24 lobster and shrimp recipes bears that out, with dishes like garlic shrimp pasta, Southern fried shrimp, copycat Red Lobster lobster pizza, and more.

Bistro Shrimp Pasta

A bowl of spaghetti noodles garnished with breaded shrimp, grated cheese, fresh basil leaves, cherry tomatoes, and green herbs. — Bistro Shrimp Pasta. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

This bistro shrimp pasta Cheesecake Factory copycat recipe is just as tasty as the original. Fried breaded shrimp served over delicious pasta.
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Easy Garlic Shrimp Pasta

Shrimp and pasta dish garnished with parsley — Easy Garlic Shrimp Pasta. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This Garlic Shrimp Pasta has succulent shrimp and pasta coated in a rich clam and white wine sauce. It’s delicious and bursting with seafood flavor!
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Southern Fried Shrimp

A hand holding a piece of golden-brown deep-fried shrimp with visible seasoning, with more shrimp and dipping sauce in the blurred background. — Southern Fried Shrimp. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

These Southern Fried Shrimp are a great addition to any meal. They have a delightful crunch on the outside and are tender and juicy on the inside.
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Lemon Garlic Broiled Shrimp

A plate of shrimp with herbs. — Easy Broiled Lemon Garlic Shrimp. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This garlicky Broiled Shrimp recipe is a simple and delicious way to get lots of flavor in a short amount of time. They are caramelized to perfection in the oven!
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Cajun Shrimp Scampi

A bowl of shrimp scampi. — Cajun Shrimp Scampi. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

This spicy Cajun Shrimp Scampi is an easy pasta dinner recipe perfect for any night of the week. It’s bold and flavorful with a hint of lemon and parmesan.
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Sweet Chili Bacon Wrapped Shrimp

A bunch of sweet sriracha bacon wrapped shrimp with a piece of pineapple on a plate. — Sweet Sriracha Or Sweet Chili Bacon Wrapped Shrimp. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Bacon Wrapped Shrimp bursts with flavor. The savory bacon adds a salty note while the sweet chili sauce adds heat and balanced sweetness.
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Cajun Shrimp Pasta

Closeup of pasta. — Cajun Shrimp Pasta. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This Cajun shrimp pasta is thick, hearty, and so good. A spicy shrimp pasta recipe that everyone loves, it screams "down home cooking".
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Red Lobster Lobster Pizza Copycat

Close-up of two slices of cheesy garlic bread topped with melted cheese, chopped tomatoes, and herbs on a white plate. Perfect for those dining out experiences at home with copycat recipes. — Red Lobster Lobster Pizza Copycat. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

This copycat Red Lobster lobster pizza is loaded with all the flavors we love in the original and so easy to make. Give it a try!
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Panko Coconut Crusted Shrimp

Cooked shrimp on a plate with dip. — Panko Crusted Coconut Shrimp. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

These sweet and crunchy Coconut Shrimp make the perfect main course or appetizer. They are fried golden brown and served with a sweet, spicy dipping sauce.
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Tex Mex Shrimp Bowl

A close-up of cooking shrimp in a wooden bowl garnished with fresh herbs and sliced vegetables. — Tex-Mex Shrimp Bowl. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

This Tex Mex shrimp bowl is full of delicious southwestern flavors. This spicy shrimp bowl is an explosion of flavor in every bite.
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Bloody Mary Shrimp

Shrimp in the skillet. — Bloody Mary Shrimp. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

This bloody mary shrimp recipe combines tender, perfectly cooked shrimp with all the tangy, tomato flavor of bloody mary cocktails.
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Creamy Shrimp Pasta Salad

You are going to love this creamy and flavorful Shrimp Pasta Salad. It’s full of crunchy veggies, savory feta, and juicy shrimp. It’s the perfect BBQ side dish!
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Butter Poached Lobster Tail

Butter poached lobster tails are lightly seasoned and accented with lemon juice. It's a simple recipe that's full of flavor.
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Shrimp Yakisoba

Shrimp yakisoba is a sweet, tangy, spicy dish full of vegetables, noodles, shrimp, and sauce. It's delicious, complex, and easy to make.
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Fried Lobster Tails

These fried lobster tails are lightly seasoned and breaded and fried to golden perfection. They're perfect for a special meal.
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How To Make Shrimp Lo Mein

Shrimp Lo Mein on a white plate. — How To Make Shrimp Lo Mein. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

You'll love this easy Chinese Shrimp Lo Mein recipe with the option of learning how to make homemade teriyaki sauce instead of store bought.
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How To Cut A Lobster Tail

Lobster tail being cut with scissors. — How To Cut A Lobster Tail. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Get the step-by-step guide for how to cut a lobster tail. It's the most important step to cooking with lobster tails at home.
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Moo Shu Shrimp

This delicious moo shu shrimp recipe is salty and tangy with the flavor of perfectly cooked shrimp and fresh veggies. It's also E-Z!
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Pickled Shrimp

Close-up of a glass jar filled with shrimp, lemon slices, red onion slices, and spices, topped with a whole shrimp—ideal for delicious pickle recipes. — Pickled Shrimp. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Pickled shrimp is an easy, crowd-pleasing dish that makes a refreshing snack or appetizer, use it on salads, crackers, toasted garlic bread and so much more.
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Honey Walnut Shrimp Recipe

Honey Walnut Shrimp on a black plate. — Honey Walnut Shrimp Recipe. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Are you a fan of Panda Express? If so, you're going to love this Panda Express Honey Walnut Shrimp Recipe. It's the perfect copycat.
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Shrimp Chop Suey

A bowl of shrimp stir-fry with broccoli, carrots, and sesame seeds over rice. — Shrimp Chop Suey. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

This shrimp chop suey recipe is loaded with flavor ingredients, but it's so easy to make! Enjoy takeout at home whenever you like!
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Smoked Lobster Tails

These smoked lobster tails are easy to make and so smoky good. Smoking lobster tails imparts a tremendous flavor like you've never tasted.
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Smoked Mac And Cheese With Lobster

Close-up of baked macaroni and cheese topped with parsley and breadcrumbs in a black bowl—this must-try side dish is perfect for smoked dinners. — Smoked Mac And Cheese With Lobster. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

This smoked mac and cheese with lobster puts a fancy twist on an old favorite. This smoked gouda mac and cheese is so decadent.
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Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp With Piña Colada Sauce

A person dips a fried coconut shrimp into a bowl of sauce. — Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp With Piña Colada Sauce. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This spicy air fryer coconut shrimp with pina colada sauce just screams summer at the beach. Try this delicious air fried shrimp for yourself.
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