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Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi Pasta

Delicious Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi Pasta in Under 30 Minutes

This Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi Pasta is a quick, easy dinner that bursts with flavor and can be made in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian, Seafood
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Spaghetti or Linguine Cook until al dente
  • 1 tbsp Salt For pasta water
For the Shrimp Scampi
  • 1 lb Large Shrimp Peeled and deveined
  • 6 tbsp Unsalted Butter If using salted, adjust additional salt
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil For sautéing
  • 4 cloves Garlic Cloves Minced
  • 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Optional for heat
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Or vegetable broth for vegetarian
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 tsp Salt To taste
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper To taste
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped for garnishing
  • 2 wedges Lemon Wedges Optional for serving

Equipment

  • large pot
  • skillet
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Cooking utensils

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Start by thawing your large shrimp if using frozen. Peel and devein them, then rinse under cold water, patting them dry with paper towels.
  2. In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil and add spaghetti or linguine. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, reserving about ½ cup of pasta water.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and unsalted butter over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add shrimp and sauté for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque.
  4. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add remaining butter. Sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice, simmer for 3 minutes while scraping browned bits from the skillet.
  6. Return sautéed shrimp to the skillet, stirring to coat in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  7. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Toss in the cooked pasta and serve garnished with parsley and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe can be customized to suit various dietary needs, including gluten-free and vegan options. Add a splash of heavy cream for a creamier sauce.

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