Description
Get ready to fall in love with this Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi—a quick dinner that feels gourmet without the effort. This easy recipe brings together juicy shrimp, rich garlic butter sauce, and a burst of fresh lemon for a dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Whether you’re looking for dinner ideas, a healthy seafood option, or a flavorful dish to impress guests, this recipe delivers bold taste in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
5 cloves garlic minced
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/3 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
1 large lemon juiced
1/2 lemon zested
2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese optional
2 cups cooked pasta or bread for serving
Instructions
1. Pat shrimp dry and season with salt and black pepper
2. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet
3. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant
4. Cook shrimp 1–2 minutes per side then remove
5. Add wine or broth and simmer
6. Stir in butter, lemon juice, and zest
7. Return shrimp and coat with sauce
8. Add parsley and red pepper flakes
9. Serve immediately with pasta or bread
Notes
Do not overcook the shrimp; remove once pink and opaque
Use fresh garlic and lemon juice for best flavor
Serve immediately for best texture and taste
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
Keywords: shrimp scampi, garlic butter shrimp, easy dinner, seafood recipe, quick dinner ideas