15-Minute Shrimp Scampi on a plate

Pork & Seafood · Easy

15-Minute Shrimp Scampi

This quick shrimp scampi tosses tender shrimp and pasta in a garlicky white wine butter sauce, ready to serve in about 15 minutes.

5Prep min
10Cook min
15Total min
  • 1 lblarge shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 8 ozlinguine or spaghetti
  • 3 tablespoonsbutter
  • 1 tablespoonolive oil
  • 4 clovesgarlic, minced
  • 1/2 cupwhite wine or chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoonslemon juice
  • for garnish chopped parsley
  1. 1Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package directions; drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
  2. 2Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sauté the garlic for 30 seconds.
  3. 3Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque; remove and set aside.
  4. 4Pour in the wine or broth and lemon juice, simmering for 2 minutes, then whisk in the remaining butter.
  5. 5Toss the pasta and shrimp in the sauce, adding pasta water as needed, and garnish with parsley before serving.

Make it yours

  • Add red pepper flakes for a spicy version.
  • Use zucchini noodles instead of pasta for a lighter meal.
  • Top with grated parmesan.

Good with

  • Crusty garlic bread
  • A simple side salad
  • A glass of white wine for cooking or serving

Good questions, answered.

Can I skip the wine?

Yes, chicken broth with an extra squeeze of lemon works well as a substitute.

How do I avoid rubbery shrimp?

Cook just until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side, then remove promptly from the heat.