Quick Shrimp Scampi: Easy Recipe for Delicious Weeknight Meals
Quick and easy shrimp scampi recipe perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 ounces linguine or spaghetti
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup white wine
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add shrimp, cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in white wine and lemon juice, simmer for 2 minutes.
- Toss in cooked pasta and parsley, mix to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add grated Parmesan cheese on top before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1 gram
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 200 mg
Keywords: Quick Shrimp Scampi, Shrimp Recipes, Weeknight Meals