Description
This Quick and Easy Shrimp Scampi recipe features succulent extra-large shrimp sautéed in a buttery garlic sauce with a hint of white wine and fresh lemon juice. It’s a flavorful and simple dish that comes together in just 20 minutes, perfect for a weeknight dinner or an impressive meal for guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp
- 1 pound uncooked extra large (26-30/lb. size) shrimp, thawed and 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 and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prep the shrimp: If your shrimp is frozen, place it in a colander under cold running water until fully thawed. Devein the shrimp if desired. Prepare all ingredients ahead of time as this recipe cooks quickly.
- Melt butter: Heat half of the butter in a skillet over medium heat until melted and hot.
- Cook shrimp: Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 1 minute on each side, flipping quickly with tongs to ensure even cooking.
- Add garlic and red pepper flakes: Stir in the minced garlic and optional red pepper flakes, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Deglaze with wine: Pour in the white wine or chicken broth and let it bubble and reduce for 2 minutes to concentrate the flavors.
- Finish the sauce: Stir in the remaining butter, lemon juice, and chopped parsley. Once the butter melts completely, stir to combine and remove the pan from the heat.
- Season and serve: Season the shrimp scampi with salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Use tails-on shrimp for a more elegant presentation, or tails off for easier eating.
- For a non-alcoholic version, substitute white wine with low-sodium chicken broth.
- Serve over cooked pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
- Do not overcook the shrimp as they can become tough and rubbery.
- Fresh garlic is essential for robust flavor; avoid garlic powder.
