The wonderful taste from this shrimp scampi pasta recipe will blow your mind, with the sauce’s buttery, lemony, well-balanced saltiness, herbiness, and spiciness! The shrimp simmered in the sauce for a few minutes takes this dish to another level. An easy recipe that can be done in 30 minutes with no hassle and stress!
Total Time
30min
4.6
14 Ratings
Author: SideChef
Servings:
4
Ingredients
•
8
oz
Spaghetti
•
12
oz
Small
Shrimp
•
4
cloves
Garlic
, minced
•
3
Tbsp
Unsalted Butter
•
2
Tbsp
Olive Oil
, divided
•
1
tsp
Salt
, divided
•
1/4
tsp
Ground Black Pepper
•
1/2
tsp
Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
•
1
Lemon
, zested, juiced
•
4
Tbsp
Dry White Wine
•
3
Tbsp
Chopped
Fresh Parsley
•
4
Tbsp
Grated Parmesan Cheese
Cooking Instructions
1.
In a pot with boiling water, add Salt (1 tsp) and Spaghetti (8 oz). Cook 1-2 minutes less than the directions on the package.
2.
While waiting for the pasta, in the non-stick pan over medium heat, heat Olive Oil (1 Tbsp) with Unsalted Butter (3 Tbsp). Add Garlic (4 cloves) and cook for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
3.
Add Shrimp (12 oz) then season with Salt (1/2 tsp), Ground Black Pepper (1/4 tsp), and Crushed Red Pepper Flakes (1/2 tsp). Cook for about 2 minutes.
4.
Deglaze the pan with Dry White Wine (4 Tbsp) and 1 Tbsp of Lemon Juice (1). Simmer for 3 minutes.
5.
Drain the pasta and stir in Olive Oil (1 Tbsp).
6.
Turn off the heat, stir in pasta, Fresh Parsley (3 Tbsp), and 1 tsp of lemon zest. Stir until well combined.
7.
Sprinkle Grated Parmesan Cheese (4 Tbsp) on top and some red pepper flakes if needed. Serve.
Author's Notes
Customize the type of pasta according to your preference.
Nutrition Per Serving
CALORIES
467
FAT
18.3 g
PROTEIN
26.4 g
CARBS
45.1 g
You're one smart cookie! 🍪
In order to enhance your experience, SideChef uses cookies. By clicking “ACCEPT” you agree to the storing of cookies on your device. You can withdraw your consent at any time by visiting our
Cookie Policy
on our website.
Accept
Reject
Thank You! 😀
To revoke your consent, please clear your browser cookies and refresh the page.
Use the code SIDECHEF for $10 off your first $50 shoppable recipe order.
* Offer valid for first order only for Walmart Pickup & Delivery service, at participating stores in the United States. Minimum order of $50. Offer not transferable, and void where prohibited by law. Does not apply to alcohol purchases. Customer responsible for all applicable taxes. Offer subject to change or expire without notice.
