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.

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
Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
- 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
Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque.
- 4
Pour in white wine or broth and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- 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
Stir in fresh parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
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