Shrimp Scampi: Easy Weeknight Delight for Home Cooks
A delicious shrimp scampi recipe perfect for a weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-free if using gluten-free pasta
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 ounces linguine pasta
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup white wine
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions.
- In a large skillet, melt butter and olive oil over medium heat.
- Add garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 1 minute.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in white wine and lemon juice, stir to combine.
- Drain linguine and toss with shrimp mixture.
- Garnish with parsley, salt, and pepper.
Notes
- This dish is best served fresh.
- Try adding grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1 gram
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 22 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 42 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 160 milligrams
Keywords: Shrimp Scampi, Easy Dinner Recipe, Weeknight Meal