30-Minute Shrimp Scampi with Pasta That Tastes Like Heaven
A quick and flavorful shrimp scampi with pasta dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners. Garlicky, buttery shrimp tossed with al dente pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 25 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz linguine or spaghetti
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup white wine
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink.
- Pour in white wine and lemon juice. Simmer for 2 minutes.
- Toss in cooked pasta and parsley. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for best results.
- Adjust red pepper flakes for desired spiciness.
- Substitute white wine with chicken broth if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
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