Simple Succulent Shrimp Scampi Recipe

Impress your taste buds and your guests with this easy, 32-minute shrimp scampi recipe! Simple ingredients transform into a gourmet-tasting dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. Learn how to make restaurant-quality scampi in your own kitchen!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 32 mins
Calories 670.3 kcal
Protein 61g
Rating 4.1 (19 Reviews)
Simple Succulent Shrimp Scampi

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Simple Succulent Shrimp Scampi

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How to Make Simple Succulent Shrimp Scampi

  1. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) and cook for about 1 minute, or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
  3. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through.
  4. Pour in white wine and lemon juice. Bring to a simmer and cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the sauce to slightly reduce.
  5. Stir in chopped parsley, salt, and pepper to taste.
  6. Toss the cooked pasta with the shrimp scampi sauce and serve immediately. Garnish with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

84g

Carbs

14g