Easy Shrimp Scampi

Alright, folks, brace yourselves for a flavor storm because we’re diving into my *Easy Shrimp Scampi* recipe today. This dish is the culinary equivalent of your favorite cozy sweater — it makes everything better. Loaded with garlicky goodness, it’s super easy and comes together faster than you can order takeout. This isn’t just any shrimp concoction, it’s *the* shrimp concoction, and trust me, your taste buds will thank you.

There’s nothing much better than the moment you see your husband do that little happy dance when he sees shrimp scampi on the menu for dinner. I swear he can smell the garlic and butter from a mile away. This dish has sneakily found its way into our favorite-meals rotation and now it’s basically unofficially official — I’m making this every week. There’s something about that buttery sauce wrapped around tender shrimp that just hits all the right spots. Our record is polishing off an entire pan in one sitting. No shame.

Why You’ll Love This Easy Shrimp Scampi

– Fast as a lightning bolt but way more delicious.
– It’s got a garlic punch that’ll set your heart on fire — in a good way.
– Perfect for when you’re feeling fancy but also kind of lazy.
– A whole-lotta flavor with practically zero effort.

How to Make It

Grab yourself a big ol’ pan, splash in some oil, and prepare for magic. Toss in a little garlic (or a lot, no judgment) and let it do its aromatic dance. Throw your shrimp into the hot tub and give it a good sauté until they turn a happy pink. Now for the fun part — deglaze with some white wine (of course you sip a bit first, duh), squeeze in lemon juice like it’s payback time, and watch that sauce turn all luscious. A knob of butter to finish and let it coat everything like the warmest hug you’ve ever had. Done. Slurp-worthy pasta dreams, right?

Ingredient Notes

– Shrimp: Fresh is best but frozen does the job too. Just make sure they’re naked (ahem, peeled and deveined) before the party starts.
– Garlic: Go heavy here. It’s the rockstar ingredient and makes everything just better.
– White Wine: Use what you’ll drink. Don’t go fetching the fancy bottle, but also avoid that dusty cooking wine you forgot in the pantry.
– Butter: Golden goodness. Make sure it’s that real-deal butter and not some imposter pretending to be buttery.

Recipe Steps:
1. Heat oil in a pan and add garlic.
2. Sauté shrimp until they’re pink and lovely.
3. Pour in wine and lemon juice, let it simmer and get cozy.
4. Stir in butter to finish, warming all ingredients through.
5. Toss cooked spaghetti (or linguine) in the sauce. Serve hot.

What to Serve It With

Tips & Mistakes

Storage Tips

No shame in leftovers… if you have any! Just toss it into an airtight container and pop it in the fridge. Next day, nuke it gently in the microwave or let it have a little stovetop spa to revive it. Eating it cold from the fridge is an experience, too — breakfast of champions if you ask me.

Variations and Substitutions

So, out of white wine? No sweat. Just sub in some chicken broth. And if you’ve mysteriously run out of lemon, a dash of vinegar can sometimes save the day. Or on a wild night, a splash of orange juice because, why not? No shrimp on hand? Swap in chunks of chicken or tofu — the sauce is what counts.

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Easy Shrimp Scampi

A quick and delicious shrimp scampi recipe perfect for weeknight dinners, featuring garlic, lemon, and butter flavors that come together in minutes.

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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• ▢ 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• ▢ 4 clove garlic, minced
• ▢ 0.25 cup dry white wine
• ▢ 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• ▢ 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes optional, adjust to taste
• ▢ 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• ▢ 0.25 tsp salt
• ▢ 0.25 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
• Add garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
• Add shrimp to the skillet, season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, then cook until shrimp turn pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
• Pour in the white wine and lemon juice; simmer for 2 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
• Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve immediately over pasta or crusty bread.

Notes

For a heartier meal, serve shrimp scampi over linguine or your favorite pasta. To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta or serve with a side of steamed vegetables.