Description
Shrimp scampi is a classic Italian-American dish featuring succulent shrimp cooked in a garlicky, buttery sauce with a hint of lemon and white wine. It’s quick, easy, and perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 8 ounces linguine or spaghetti
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Stir in the white wine and lemon juice. Simmer for 2 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper. Toss in the cooked pasta and parsley.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor and texture.
- Adjust the amount of garlic to your preference.
- Substitute chicken broth for white wine if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: shrimp scampi, Italian-American dish, garlic butter shrimp, quick dinner recipe