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Shrimp Scampi

By Rachael | Updated on July 19, 2023

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Shrimp Scampi

Delicious shrimp smothered in a rich garlic, butter sauce, tossed with linguine, this Shrimp Scampi recipe is a party in your mouth with each and every bite.  If you love shrimp accompanied with a decadent garlic butter sauce, this dish is for you.

Serve with Brown Butter Asparagus and World’s Best Cheesy Garlic Bread Recipe for a great meal.

shrimp scampi on white plate with fork

I love this Shrimp Scampi recipe because not only is it delicious, it can be prepped, cooked, and served in just 30 minutes!  Hectic nights don’t have to mean there is no time for a fabulous meal.

While I love a quick and delicious dish like 30 Minute Cheesy Garlic Shrimp Alfredo, sometimes I am not in the mood for a creamy sauce but rather a garlic, buttery sauce instead.

ingredients to shrimp scampi

What You Need to Make Shrimp Scampi

Grab some simple, yet key ingredients and you are ready to make some Shrimp Scampi!

  • Olive Oil
  • Butter
  • Garlic Cloves
  • Dry White Wine or Chicken Broth
  • Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
  • Salt
  • Large Shrimp, shelled with tails off
  • Lemon Juice, fresh
  • Chopped Parsley
  • Linguine
  • Pasta Water

Supplies:

  • Glass Bowls
  • Cutting Board
  • Skillet

A skillet full of shrimp scampi

How to Make Shrimp Scampi

Cook Linguine.

Cook pasta according to package directions.  Save ½ c of pasta water for scampi.

Prepare Shrimp.

Peel and devein shrimp, rinse, and pat dry. Set aside. Reserve shrimp shells for additional flavor.

Cook Butter, and Oil in Skillet.

Heat olive oil and butter in the skillet. 

Optional Step–Saute Shells.

Saute shells in butter and olive oil for a couple of minutes, then remove and discard.  This step is for additional flavor.

Cook Garlic.

 Add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute.

Add Liquids to the Skillet and Further Seasonings.

Add wine or broth, the reserved pasta water, and crushed pepper flakes and salt.  

Cook and Reduce Liquid.

Cook until liquid is reduced by half.

Saute Shrimp.

Saute shrimp on each side for about 1-2 minutes.

shrimp scampi being stored into the pot with wooden spoonshrimp scampi in a pan

Simmer in Sauce.

Simmer shrimp in sauce until cooked through.

Remove from Heat and Stir in Remaining Ingredients.

Remove the shrimp from the heat and add in the rest of the butter, olive oil, lemon juice, and parsley.  Toss with linguine.

Serve.

Plate meal with any additional sides, like a crusty piece of bread.  Then serve.

Shrimp scampi twisted around a fork

Tips and Tricks for making Shrimp Scampi

Making this recipe is Eazy Peazy but here are some helpful tips and tricks so it goes smoothly every time…

  • Make Sure Shrimp is Cooked Through but Not Overcooked:  Eating raw shrimp will make you sick, but overcooked shrimp is not as yummy though either.  Shrimp when cooked through should be pink and the meat should be white.  However, if it is a really white then it is probably overcooked.
  • Sauteing Shrimp is My Favorite:  For the most optimum finished product, sauteing shrimp on high makes them the shrimp most tender.
  • No Linguine, No Problem.  There are Substitutes.  If you are out of linguine, don’t make an extra trip to the store.  Fettuccine or tagliatelle is a suitable substitute.
  • You Don’t Have to Serve Pasta with Shrimp Scampi.  If pasta is not your thing, there are other options.  Serve with rice or couscous, or a vegetable like green beans.
  • Use Baking Soda to Enhance the Experience.  Tossing shrimp with baking soda helps shrimp detach more easily from the shell when cooking and further plumps up the shrimp.  This is great for those times you are cooking with the shell on.

A white plate full of shrimp scampi, with lemon wedges and crusty bread on the side.

Make Ahead and Storage

How to make this recipe ahead of time:

With seafood, fresh is definitely best.  I really would not plan on making this meal ahead of time.  If you have leftovers, I’m not saying to toss them, but for me personally I am not a fan of reheating seafood.

However, if you want to, no judgements here. 

  • Put scampi in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat when ready to eat.

Freezer Meal Option:

  • Let shrimp cool and place in a gallon sized freezer bag in the freezer for up to 3 months.
  • When wanting to eat, have shrimp defrost in the fridge.
  • Reheat.
  • Cook a fresh batch of pasta.

Fresh or made ahead, either way enjoy your meal!

Other Great Recipes:

  • Lemon Garlic Shrimp
  • Garlic Butter Shrimp
  • Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil
  • Honey Walnut Shrimp
  • Low Calorie Sheet Pan Dinner: Shrimp and Asparagus
  • Teriyaki Shrimp Stir Fry

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shrimp scampi on white plate with fork

Shrimp Scampi

Delicious shrimp smothered in a rich garlic, butter sauce, tossed with linguine, this Shrimp Scampi recipe is a party in your mouth with each and every bite.  If you love shrimp accompanied with a decadent garlic butter sauce, this dish is for you.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: shrimp scampi
Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 699kcal
Author: Rachael

Ingredients

  • 3 Tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 4 tablespoons butter divided
  • 4 garlic cloves minced (or 4 teaspoons minced garlic)
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp shelled with tails off
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice fresh
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 12 ounces linguine
  • ½ cup pasta water

Instructions

  • Prepare linguine according to package directions, reserving ½ cup of pasta water for scampi. When linguine is finished cooking, prepare shrimp.
  • Meanwhile, peel and devein shrimp, rinse, pat dry. Set aside. Reserve shrimp shells for added flavor
  • In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter.
  • Optional: Saute shells in butter and olive oil for 2 minutes to add flavor. Remove and discard shells.
  • Add minced garlic to the skillet, and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Add wine or broth to the skillet, ½ cup pasta water, as well as crushed red pepper flakes, and salt.
  • Cook until liquid is reduced by half, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Then add the shrimp, and sauté for 1-2 minutes on one side (until just beginning to turn pink), then flip.
  • Simmer in sauce for 1-2 more minutes until the shrimp is cooked through, all pinked, being careful to not overcook the shrimp.
  • Remove from heat, stir in remaining butter, olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and parsley. Toss with linguine
  • Serve immediately with a side of crusty bread.

Notes

If NOT serving over linguine pasta you’ll want to eliminate the half a cup of the cooked pasta water being added to the pan after adding the wine. And reduce the butter by 1-2 tablespoons, and olive oil by 1 tablespoon, as you will not need it as a sauce to coat the pasta.
A squeeze of fresh lemon over the top of the pasta just before serving is nice.
For extra flavor: After shelling the shrimp, take shells and saute in butter and oil before adding the garlic. The shells will ramp up the flavor, and is a quick and easy extra step. But it is optional.

Nutrition

Calories: 699kcal | Carbohydrates: 66g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 459mg | Sodium: 1870mg | Potassium: 383mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 704IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 282mg | Iron: 5mg

Our recipe card software calculates these nutrition facts based on averages for the above ingredients, different brands, and quality of produce/meats may have different nutritional information, always calculate your own based on the specific products you use in order to achieve accurate macros for this recipe.

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