Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi
A classic Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi that combines the richness of butter and the brightness of lemon, making every bite a delight.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
- 8 ounces linguine or spaghetti
Instructions
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until they turn pink, about 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the white wine (or chicken broth) and lemon juice. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce the sauce slightly.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the shrimp and sauce until well coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
Don’t overcook the shrimp; they cook quickly and should be removed as soon as they turn pink.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
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