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Flavorful Shrimp Scampi Recipe Easy Lemon Butter Linguine Dinner

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A quick and easy shrimp scampi served over lemon butter linguine, featuring a bright lemon butter sauce and tender seared shrimp. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine or low-sodium chicken broth
  • Juice and zest of 1 large lemon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 8 oz linguine pasta
  • Salt, for pasta water
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
  • Extra lemon wedges for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 8 oz linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 9-11 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water before draining. Drain pasta and set aside.
  2. While pasta cooks, pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp to a plate and set aside.
  4. Lower heat to medium and add remaining 2 tablespoons butter to skillet. Add minced garlic and sauté about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  5. Pour in 1/4 cup white wine or broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits. Simmer for 2 minutes until slightly reduced.
  6. Stir in lemon juice and zest, then add chopped parsley. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Add reserved pasta water if sauce is too thick.
  7. Return shrimp to skillet and toss to coat in sauce. Add drained linguine and toss gently to combine, adding more pasta water as needed for a silky sauce.
  8. Plate shrimp scampi over linguine, garnish with extra parsley and lemon wedges. Optionally sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

Notes

Dry shrimp thoroughly before cooking to get a good sear. Do not overcook shrimp to avoid rubbery texture. Use reserved pasta water to loosen sauce for better coating. White wine can be substituted with low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth. Reheat leftovers gently on stovetop with a splash of water or broth to keep shrimp tender and pasta moist.

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