Put Raw Shrimp in a Slow Cooker with These 3 Ingredients – An Effortless Recipe Everyone Can Make


 

Instructions

  1. Layer in the Slow Cooker
    Place raw shrimp directly into the bottom of your slow cooker.

  2. Pour the Garlic Butter
    Drizzle the melted garlic butter over the shrimp, making sure it coats them evenly.

  3. Add Lemon
    Squeeze in the fresh lemon juice or lay a few slices across the top for extra flavor and visual appeal.

  4. Cook on LOW for 1½ to 2 hours
    That’s all it takes! Shrimp cook quickly, even in a slow cooker. Don’t overcook them—check for plump, pink shrimp after about 90 minutes.

  5. Serve & Enjoy
    Spoon it over pasta, rice, or enjoy as-is with crusty bread to soak up all that buttery, lemony sauce.


Why This Recipe Works

  • Foolproof Flavor – Garlic butter and lemon are a classic combo for a reason. They elevate shrimp without overpowering it.

  • Minimal Cleanup – Just toss everything in and let it go. No extra pans or fuss.

  • Great for Any Skill Level – Even if you’ve never cooked shrimp before, this recipe is hard to mess up.

  • Versatile – Want more heat? Add a dash of red pepper flakes. Love herbs? Throw in some parsley or thyme at the end.


A Weeknight Win – or a Weekend Favorite

This isn’t one of those once-a-year recipes. It’s one of those "Hey, I have shrimp and 10 minutes, let’s do this" kind of meals. It’s ideal for busy weeknights, easy entertaining, or lazy Sunday comfort food. Best of all, it looks impressive and tastes like you worked a lot harder than you did.

So the next time you find yourself staring at a bag of shrimp wondering what to do—remember this: three ingredients. One slow cooker. Zero stress.

And a whole lot of flavor.