Description
This easy shrimp scampi recipe is a quick and flavorful dish featuring juicy shrimp sautéed in a buttery, garlicky, lemon-infused sauce. Serve it over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread for a simple yet elegant meal that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound wild-caught large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 4 tablespoons butter
- ⅓ cup dry white wine or chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp: If using frozen shrimp, thaw them in a bowl of cool water for about 10 minutes. Peel and devein the shrimp, then pat them dry with a paper towel to ensure even cooking.
- Marinate for flavor: In a small bowl, toss the shrimp with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, half of the minced garlic, kosher salt, and red pepper flakes. Let them sit for about 15-20 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Sauté the shrimp: Heat the remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for about 1-2 minutes on each side until they turn pink and slightly golden. Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside.
- Make the garlic butter sauce: Reduce the heat to medium-low and add 3 tablespoons of butter to the same pan. Once melted, add the remaining garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in the white wine and lemon juice, letting the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Combine everything: Return the shrimp to the pan, tossing them in the sauce. Stir in the remaining butter and chopped parsley. Let everything heat through for 1 more minute, then remove from heat.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve warm over pasta, rice, or zucchini noodles, or with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
Notes
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, let it simmer a little longer before adding the shrimp back in.
- For a creamier version, stir in a splash of heavy cream at the end.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. Reheat gently in a pan over low heat with a splash of broth or water.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (¼ of recipe)
- Calories: 352
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 1597mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 316mg