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Easy Shrimp Scampi

A quick and delicious one-pan shrimp scampi recipe with garlic, butter, and lemon, served over pasta.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the pasta
  • 8 ounces pasta (spaghetti or linguine) Cook according to package instructions.
For the shrimp scampi
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh shrimp tastes better, but frozen works too.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Toast garlic for best flavor.
  • 1/4 cup white wine Use a good quality white wine.
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
  • 1/4 cup butter Can replace with olive oil for a lighter version.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Use alongside butter for sautéing.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish For garnish before serving.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat.
  3. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
  4. Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  5. Pour in white wine and lemon juice; simmer for another 2 minutes.
  6. Toss the cooked pasta with the shrimp and sauce until well combined.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days, or freeze for up to a month. Reheat with a splash of white wine to revive flavors.