Shrimp Scampi with Linguine

Succulent shrimp sautéed in a vibrant garlic-butter and white wine sauce, tossed with al dente linguine, and served with crusty garlic bread.
- Prep: 15 min
- Cook: 20 min
- Total: 35 min
- Servings: 2
- Cuisine: Italian
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: $7.24/serving
Dietary
- Nut-Free
- Soy-Free
- High-Protein
Tags
- quick
- classic
- sauté
- savory
Ingredients
- 8 ounce linguine
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2.5 tablespoon butter (softened)
- 1 pound shrimp (peeled, deveined, tails on or off)
- 4.5 clove garlic (minced)
- 0.25 cup dry white wine
- 0.25 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
- 2 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 slice Italian bread
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 8 ounces linguine and cook according to package directions until al dente.
- While the pasta cooks, preheat a small pan or toaster oven for garlic bread. In a small bowl, combine 1/2 tablespoon softened butter and 1/2 clove minced garlic. Spread evenly over 2 slices Italian bread and toast until golden brown and fragrant.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add 1 pound large shrimp and sauté for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
- To the same skillet, add 4 cloves minced garlic and optional 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Deglaze the pan with 1/4 cup dry white wine, scraping up any browned bits. Add 1/4 cup chicken broth and 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet with the sauce. Drain the cooked linguine, reserving 1/4 cup of the pasta water, and add it directly to the skillet with the shrimp and sauce. Toss to combine, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
- Stir in 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley. Season with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately with the garlic bread on the side.
Notes
Ensure you don't overcook the shrimp, as they can become tough. They cook very quickly! For a richer sauce, use chicken stock instead of broth.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 760
- Protein: 51.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 65.3 g
- Fat: 33.8 g
- Fiber: 4.1 g
- Sodium: 890 mg
- Saturated Fat: 14.5 g
- Sugar: 5.2 g
- Cholesterol: 380 mg