Easy Shrimp Scampi Recipe

Impress your guests with this unbelievably easy and delicious Shrimp Scampi recipe! Ready in just 15 minutes, this light and healthy meal features succulent shrimp sautéed in garlic, butter, lemon, and white wine, served over angel hair pasta. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 250.8 kcal
Protein 47g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Easy Shrimp Scampi

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How to Make Easy Shrimp Scampi

  1. Cook angel hair pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water before draining.
  2. Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add shrimp and sauté for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
  4. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute, until fragrant.
  5. Pour in lemon juice and white wine. Bring to a simmer and cook for 1 minute, until slightly reduced.
  6. Stir in salt, pepper, and parsley.
  7. Add cooked shrimp and pasta to the skillet. Toss to combine, adding a little pasta water if needed to create a light sauce.
  8. Serve immediately. Garnish with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

40 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

23g

Carbs

1g