Description
Indulge in a delightful dish of Shrimp Scampi with Spaghetti, where succulent shrimp are tossed in a flavorful garlic and lemon butter sauce, served over perfectly cooked pasta. This classic Italian-inspired recipe is quick and easy to make, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Shrimp Scampi:
- 12 ounces spaghetti
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- ½ cup dry white wine or chicken broth
- juice of 1 lemon
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- salt and black pepper to taste
- grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Spaghetti: Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving ½ cup of pasta water.
- Prepare the Shrimp: In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: Pour white wine or chicken broth into the skillet and simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly. Stir in remaining butter, lemon juice, and reserved pasta water. Return shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
- Combine and Serve: Add cooked spaghetti and chopped parsley, tossing everything together until well combined and heated through. Serve immediately with grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, add a splash of heavy cream to the sauce.
- Substitute gluten-free pasta if desired.
- Garnish with extra lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
