Description
A quick and easy shrimp scampi recipe that is perfect for a delicious weeknight dinner. Succulent shrimp cooked in a flavorful garlic butter sauce with a hint of lemon and parsley.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 1 pound uncooked extra large (26-30/lb. size) shrimp (thawed & peeled, tails optional)
- 1/2 cup butter (1 stick) (divided)
- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prep the Shrimp: Thaw and peel the shrimp, devein if desired.
- Melt Butter: In a skillet, melt half of the butter over medium heat.
- Cook Shrimp: Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 1 minute per side.
- Add Flavors: Stir in garlic and red pepper flakes, cook for 30 seconds.
- Add Wine: Pour in wine or broth, let it bubble for 2 minutes.
- Finish Dish: Add remaining butter, lemon juice, and parsley. Stir until butter melts, then remove from heat. Season with salt and pepper.
Notes
- This dish is best served fresh and hot.
- Adjust the red pepper flakes to suit your spice preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 320mg
Keywords: shrimp scampi, seafood, easy recipe, weeknight dinner
