Shrimp Scampi
Shrimp Scampi is a classic dish loaded with garlic, butter, and sweet shrimp cooked to perfection. Serve over pasta for a quick and easy dinner you'll love!
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 16 ounces uncooked long pasta (like fettuccine or spaghetti)
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
- 4 cloves garlic thin sliced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 pound medium-sized shrimp
- 1/4 cup white wine (Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Generously salt the water and add pasta. Cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain pasta.
- While pasta is cooking, melt 3 tablespoons of the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the garlic and red pepper flakes for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Season the shrimp with salt and pepper. Add to the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, flip over once. Shrimp should be pink when done cooking. Remove the shrimp and set aside in a bowl.
- Add lemon juice and wine to the skillet. Bring to a boil. Add remaining butter and cook until just melted. Turn off the heat.
- Add the shrimp and cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss to coat the pasta in sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and chopped parsley.
Nutrition
Calories: 765kcal | Carbohydrates: 87g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 331mg | Sodium: 894mg | Potassium: 366mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 562IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 199mg | Iron: 4mg
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