Shrimp Scampi Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
2 mins
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Cook Time
8 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
317 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
Mediterranean, Italian
Shrimp Scampi Recipe
Description
This Shrimp Scampi recipe centers on large, peeled, and deveined shrimp seasoned with salt, pepper, and paprika for subtle spice. The shrimp cook quickly in hot oil until just done to maintain their tender texture. The pan is then used to gently sauté minced garlic in butter, creating a fragrant base, followed by the addition of dry white wine and chicken broth to form a light sauce.
The shrimp return to the skillet to absorb the sauce flavors, combined with freshly chopped parsley for herbaceous freshness. A squeeze of lemon juice at the end adds brightness and balances the buttery, garlicky notes. The method emphasizes timing to avoid overcooking the shrimp.
This dish pairs well with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the sauce and is meant to be served immediately while warm. It’s a simple yet elegant seafood meal that showcases classic pan sauce techniques.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Shrimp raw, peeled & deveined, large
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper ground
- ¼ tsp paprika ground
- 1 Tbsp olive oil (or canola oil)
- 6 Tbsp butter unsalted
- 3 Tbsp white wine dry
- 4 garlic minced, cloves
- 3 Tbsp chicken broth
- 3 Tbsp parsley chopped
- 1/2 lemon to squeeze over finished dish
Instructions
- Combine the salt, pepper and paprika then sprinkle it over the shrimp and toss to combine.
- In a large skillet, heat oil over med/high heat. Once hot, add shrimp and cook 1-2 minutes per side just until cooked through. Remove the shrimp from skillet and cover to keep warm.
- In the same skillet, add the garlic and butter, saute over medium heat for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring frequently so the garlic doesn't burn.
- Pour in the wine and broth then cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Add the shrimp back to the pan. Add fresh parsley and cook another 1-2 minutes.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the shrimp to taste. Toss lightly to combine and serve shrimp scampi right away.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 317 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 317kcal | 16% |
| Carbs | 2g | |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 331mg | 110% |
| Sodium | 1179mg | 49% |
| Potassium | 131mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 605IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 12.7mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 178mg | 18% |
| Iron | 2.6mg | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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