Easy Quick Shrimp Scampi Recipe

Succulent shrimp tossed in a vibrant garlic-lemon butter sauce with a hint of white wine, perfect over pasta or with crusty bread.

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Quick Shrimp Scampi
Prep
10 min
Cook
12 min
Total
22 min
Servings
2

Ingredients

  • 1 lbLarge shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 6 ozLinguine or spaghetti
  • 4 tbspUnsalted butter
  • 4 cloves, mincedGarlic
  • 1/4 cupDry white wine or chicken broth
  • 2 tbspLemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp (optional)Red pepper flakes
  • 2 tbsp, choppedFresh parsley
  • to tasteSalt and black pepper

Nutrition

Per serving, estimated

Calories
420 kcal
Protein
35 g
Carbs
25 g
Fat
20 g

Steps

  1. 1

    Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.

  2. 2

    While pasta cooks, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes (if using); cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque.

  4. 4

    Pour in white wine or broth and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer and cook for 1-2 minutes.

  5. 5

    Add cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to create a saucy consistency.

  6. 6

    Stir in fresh parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.

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