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Shrimp Scampi Pasta

A quick and creamy linguine dish infused with garlic, succulent shrimp, and a splash of white wine, all cooked in one pan for easy cleanup.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 oz thin linguine
  • 8 oz large shrimp, peeled & deveined
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small shallot, minced
  • 4 tbsp butter, divided
  • 1/2 large tomato, diced
  • 1/3 cup dry white wine
  • 1/2 fresh lemon, juice of
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
  • to taste Salt & Pepper
  • splash heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped for serving
  • splash reserved pasta water
  • to taste Red pepper flakes (optional)
  • as needed olive oil for cooking and serving

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions for al dente, reserving a splash of the pasta water for later.
Searing the Shrimp
  1. In a hot skillet on medium heat, add 1 tbsp of butter and olive oil. Once melted, add the shrimp, season with salt, and sear on each side for 2 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Making the Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp of butter, shallots, and tomatoes; sauté for 2 minutes.
  2. Add garlic and sauté for another minute, then squeeze in lemon juice.
  3. Deglaze the pan with white wine and add a splash of heavy cream, stirring to combine.
  4. Bring the sauce to a simmer; season with onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  5. Stir in parmesan cheese until melted, adding reserved pasta water if too thick.
Combining the Dish
  1. Turn off heat, add shrimp back to sauce, and toss with drained pasta.
  2. Plate with lemon slice, red pepper flakes, parsley, and a drizzle of olive oil.

Notes

For perfect shrimp, cook until firm yet tender. You can add sautéed spinach or other veggies for an extra nutritional boost.