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Shrimp Scampi Garlic Cream Pasta

Shrimp Scampi Garlic Cream Pasta: Your New Weeknight Favorite

This Shrimp Scampi Garlic Cream Pasta is a comforting dish with buttery richness and bright lemon notes, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 540
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz Dried Spaghetti or Linguine Choose penne for a different twist.
For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb Large Shrimp Ensure deveined and peeled.
For the Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil Any neutral oil can stand in.
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter Swap with vegan butter if needed.
  • 4 cloves Fresh Garlic Minced.
  • 1/2 tsp Crushed Red Chili Flakes Optional for warmth.
  • 1/2 cup Dry White Wine or Low-Sodium Chicken Broth Substitute with broth mixed with vinegar if avoiding alcohol.
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest
  • 1/2 tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper Adjust to your liking.
  • 1 tbsp Kosher Salt Sea salt is a great alternative.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Low-Moisture Mozzarella Melts beautifully.
  • 1/2 cup Finely Grated Parmesan Cheese Pecorino Romano works well as a substitute.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large Skillet
  • baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until just shy of al dente, about 1-2 minutes less than the package instructions. Reserve a cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
  2. Sear the Shrimp: In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until opaque and golden. Remove from skillet.
  3. Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, lower heat, add butter, then garlic and chili flakes. Sauté for 30 seconds. Add wine or broth, lemon juice, and zest. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
  4. Combine the Pasta: Stir in the cooked pasta, mix half of the Parmesan and parsley.
  5. Transfer and Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Transfer pasta mixture to a greased baking dish, top with mozzarella and remaining Parmesan. Bake for about 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden.
  6. Final Touch and Serve: Remove dish from oven, cool slightly, garnish with parsley and lemon juice. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 165mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve alongside garlic bread for a complete meal.

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