Description
This Fast & Simple Shrimp Scampi recipe delivers succulent, buttery shrimp infused with garlic, lemon, and a splash of white wine. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a luxurious yet quick seafood dish perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp
- 1 pound uncooked extra large (26-30/lb. size) shrimp (thawed & peeled, tails optional)
Sauce
- 1/2 cup butter (1 stick) (divided)
- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp: If using frozen shrimp, thaw them under cool running water in a colander. Peel and devein the shrimp if necessary. Have all your ingredients prepped and ready as this recipe cooks quickly.
- Melt butter: Heat half of the butter in a skillet over medium heat until melted.
- Cook shrimp: Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 1 minute on each side, using tongs to flip them gently.
- Add garlic and chili flakes: Stir in the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Deglaze with wine: Pour in the white wine or chicken broth and allow it to bubble and reduce for 2 minutes.
- Finish the sauce: Stir in the remaining butter, lemon juice, and chopped parsley. Once the butter has melted completely, remove the skillet from heat.
- Season and serve: Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- This shrimp scampi recipe is quick and easy to prepare, perfect for busy nights.
- The combination of garlic, lemon juice, and white wine creates a bright and aromatic sauce.
- Red pepper flakes add a subtle heat but can be omitted for a milder dish.
- Using fresh parsley enhances the freshness and color of the dish.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the shrimp at their tender best.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 338
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 1090 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 347 mg
