Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi
This delightful shrimp scampi recipe brings the classic flavors of Red Lobster straight to your kitchen. Tender shrimp are sautéed to perfection in a rich garlic butter sauce, served over pasta for a satisfying meal.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 medium pot
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 4 serving plates
- 1 colander
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 ounces linguine or spaghetti
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes Adjust to taste.
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup white wine Optional.
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper To taste.
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Grated Parmesan cheese For serving, optional.
Instructions
- Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine or spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Pour in the chicken broth and white wine (if using), then bring to a simmer. Allow it to cook for another 3 minutes, letting the flavors combine.
- Stir in the lemon juice and the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter until melted and well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together until the pasta is coated with the sauce.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving. Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
If you prefer a spicier dish, feel free to increase the amount of red pepper flakes.
This dish can also be served with a side salad or garlic bread to complement the flavors and enhance the dining experience.