Shrimp Scampi with Pasta is a delightful seafood dish that combines tender shrimp with a garlic, lemon, and white wine sauce, served over pasta. It’s a simple yet elegant meal, perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces linguine or spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Optional: Red pepper flakes for heat
- Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Directions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, about 2 minutes per side. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Pour in the white wine (or chicken broth) and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the lemon zest and butter until the butter is melted and the sauce is emulsified.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet. Add the cooked pasta and toss everything together until the pasta is coated in the sauce and the shrimp are evenly distributed.
- Stir in the chopped parsley (and red pepper flakes if using).
- Serve the shrimp scampi immediately, optionally topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
- Calories: 450-500
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 25g
Prep and Cooking Time
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Servings
- Serves: 4
Shrimp Scampi with Pasta is a beautifully balanced dish, offering the richness of shrimp with a bright and zesty sauce. It’s quick and easy to prepare, yet sophisticated enough to impress guests. Enjoy this delicious and satisfying seafood pasta dish with a glass of white wine for a perfect pairing!
