Shrimp Scampi Pasta
Dive into a culinary adventure with this exquisite Shrimp Scampi Pasta. Succulent shrimp, garlic-infused butter, and tangy lemon zest come together to create a dish that will transport your taste buds to the shores of Italy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb. linguine pasta
- 1 lb. large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup white wine
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter with olive oil. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
- Deglaze the skillet with white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Add chicken broth and lemon juice, simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced. Stir in remaining butter until melted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss cooked pasta and shrimp into the skillet with the sauce. Add lemon zest and chopped parsley, toss until everything is well coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and additional parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg