Classic Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi
A quick and flavorful garlic butter shrimp scampi, perfect for a delicious weeknight dinner featuring succulent shrimp tossed in a rich garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Cooked pasta or crusty bread, for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes, sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- Pour in the white wine (or chicken broth) and lemon juice, simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter until melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Return the shrimp to the skillet, toss to coat in the sauce, and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately over cooked pasta or with crusty bread.
Notes
For extra flavor, garnish with lemon zest or add a splash of cream for a richer sauce.
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