Famous Shrimp Scampi Recipe Like Red Lobster
This shrimp scampi recipe is rich, buttery, garlicky, and perfect for quick weeknight seafood dinners.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp butter, divided
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup white wine (or chicken broth)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- Grated parmesan (optional)
- Cooked linguine or angel hair pasta, for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in shrimp and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink.
- Pour in white wine and lemon juice. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Add remaining butter and stir until melted. Toss in cooked pasta and parsley.
- Serve warm with grated parmesan if desired.