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Classic Shrimp Scampi

Nothing beats the taste of a classic shrimp scampi for a simple yet impressive dinner! Watch the video below to see how I make it in my kitchen.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Italian
Keyword: Shrimp Recipe, Shrimp Scampi, shrimp scampi recipe
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Lisa Bryan

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • ½ cup dry white wine
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 ½ pounds large or jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined
  • ½ lemon
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
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Instructions

  • Make the sauce. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter with the oil. Add the garlic and saute for 30 seconds. Add the wine, salt, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer, then reduce by half (about 2 to 3 minutes), stirring occasionally.
    Making garlic butter sauce for shrimp scampi
  • Saute the shrimp. Add the shrimp to the skillet and saute for about 3 minutes, until just cooked through.
    Cooked shrimp in a pan for shrimp scampi
  • Garnish. Squeeze the lemon juice on top and toss with the parsley.
    A metal pan of shrimp scampi with a spoon

Video

Notes

  • Alcohol-free version: If you're alcohol-free, just swap the white wine with chicken broth.
  • Use other herbs: Feel free to swap the parsley with other tender herbs like cilantro, tarragon, dill, or chives. Each will impart a slightly different flavor, making this a shrimp scampi recipe that you'll never tire of. 

Nutrition

Calories: 292kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 237mg | Sodium: 1617mg | Potassium: 260mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 777IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 110mg | Iron: 1mg