Best 2 Quick And Easy Shrimp Scampi Recipes

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Shrimp scampi is a timeless classic Italian dish that fuses the succulent flavors of shrimp with a savory garlic-butter sauce. Its simplicity and speed make it a popular choice for busy weeknight meals or elegant dinner parties. This versatile dish can be prepared in a variety of ways, making it easy to customize to your taste preferences. Whether you prefer a creamy, cheesy sauce or a light, tangy broth, there's a scampi recipe that will tantalize your taste buds. With just a few pantry staples and a handful of fresh ingredients, you can create a mouthwatering shrimp scampi dish that will impress even the most discerning palate!

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

QUICK AND EASY SHRIMP SCAMPI



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A delicious and quick way to enjoy shrimp - even on a busy weeknight!

Provided by Deborah Corda

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Shrimp     100+ Shrimp Scampi Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound linguini pasta
¼ cup butter
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound medium shrimp - peeled and deveined
1 cup bread crumbs
½ cup white wine
1 lemon, juiced
¼ cup light olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta, and cook until al dente. Drain pasta, and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add most of the garlic, keeping some for later. Coat the garlic completely with butter. Do not let the garlic brown. Add shrimp, and toss to coat. Immediately remove pan from heat; shrimp will not be cooked yet.
  • Sprinkle the shrimp with breadcrumbs (enough to coat the shrimp), and transfer the entire mixture to a medium casserole dish. Pour wine and the lemon juice over the shrimp. Cover, and bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 10 minutes.
  • Remove cover, and bake an additional 5 minutes.
  • In a small saucepan heat olive oil with remaining garlic. Toss the pasta with the olive oil and garlic mixture. Serve the shrimp over the pasta with additional lemon slices on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 892 calories, Carbohydrate 108 g, Cholesterol 203 mg, Fat 31.6 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 42.5 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 456.2 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

QUICK AND EASY SHRIMP SCAMPI



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I searched before posting and this recipe is like several other recipes as far as ingredients but the cooking method is a little different. I leave the tails on for an appetizer and remove the tails to serve with pasta. I like it with rice noodles but it's great with any pasta.

Provided by A Pinch of This ...

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb large raw shrimp
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup olive oil
3 garlic cloves, finely minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375.
  • Shell the shrimp leaving the tail on.
  • Use a small knife and split each shrimp down the back lengthwise.
  • Remove any black veins, rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry.
  • In a small pan, heat butter, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt and pepper just until butter is melted.
  • In a 13x9 inch pan, arrange shrimp in a single layer with the split side opened and down, tails up.
  • Pour butter mixture over all.
  • Bake for 15 minutes.

Tips:

  • For the best results, use large shrimp that are deveined and peeled.
  • If you don't have white wine, you can substitute chicken broth or vegetable broth.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the shrimp. Cook them in batches if necessary.
  • Be careful not to overcook the shrimp. They should be cooked through but still slightly pink in the center.
  • Serve the shrimp scampi immediately over pasta or rice.

Conclusion:

Shrimp scampi is a quick and easy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great dish for entertaining guests. The shrimp are cooked in a flavorful sauce that is made with butter, garlic, white wine, and lemon juice. The shrimp scampi can be served over pasta, rice, or vegetables. This dish is a great way to enjoy the delicate flavor of shrimp. The combination of butter, garlic, white wine, and lemon juice creates a light and flavorful sauce that perfectly complements the shrimp. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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