Description
This Shrimp Scampi Pasta is a quick and flavorful dinner that brings the fresh, zesty taste of the coast to your table. Juicy shrimp are sautรฉed with garlic, shallots, and white wine, then tossed with linguine in a creamy, buttery sauce. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or a romantic meal!
Ingredients
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For the Pasta:
- 8 oz thin linguine
- 1 splash reserved pasta water
For the Shrimp & Sauce:
- 8 oz large shrimp, peeled & deveined (tails on or off)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced (or 1 tbsp garlic paste)
- 1 small shallot, minced
- 4 tbsp butter, divided
- 1/2 fresh lemon, juiced (+ slices for serving)
- 1/3 cup dry white wine (or cooking wine)
- 1/2 large tomato, diced
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (or more for a creamier sauce)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Olive oil, for cooking and serving
Seasonings:
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt & pepper, to taste
For Garnish:
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- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Pasta
- Cook linguine according to package directions until al dente.
- Reserve a splash of pasta water before draining.
Step 2: Cook the Shrimp
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add 1 tbsp butter & olive oil.
- Season shrimp with salt and sear for 2 minutes per side.
- Remove shrimp from the pan and set aside.
Step 3: Make the Sauce
- In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp butter, shallots, and tomatoes.
- Sautรฉ for 2 minutes until fragrant, then add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Squeeze in ยฝ lemon juice, then deglaze the pan with white wine.
- Stir in heavy cream and season with garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add Parmesan cheese, stirring to combine.
- If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water and simmer for 1 minute.
Step 4: Combine & Serve
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- Turn off the heat and return shrimp to the skillet to warm through.
- Toss in the drained pasta, coating it well in the sauce.
- Serve with fresh lemon slices, red pepper flakes, chopped parsley, and a drizzle of olive oil.
Notes
- For extra heat, add more red pepper flakes.
- Swap white wine for chicken broth if preferred.
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- Use spaghetti, fettuccine, or angel hair instead of linguine.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 180mg