Garlic Shrimp Scampi
Garlic Shrimp Scampi recipe – simple to make, and takes little time as well – great for the days when the schedule is bursting with activities.
Garlic Shrimp Scampi
Another great meal idea that we love is this Hawaiian Baked Chicken. But if pasta is what you crave, try this Chicken and Spinach Pasta Casserole.
One food which all of us like, is shrimp. My kids are really picky when it comes to fish and seafood, so shrimp is often our go-to – so we have it at least once every two weeks.
They love my Appetizer Garlic Shrimp as well as my Hot Shrimp Dip. Yet lately they are all about these Grilled Shrimp Foil Packs.
We all have different tastes, I know that. But, I think we can all agree that it’s THE KIDS that really have the different tastes.
Sometimes it’s a battle to prepare meals that will result in not one complaint from anyone. It’s like finding a unicorn.
When I make this Garlic Shrimp Scampi recipe, I actually get cheers from the kids. And that is a huge feat in itself!
So I fully admit that after a few days of complaints and forks pushing around food with looks like I’m torturing them into a slow death – I make this recipe just to boost my own ego.
It’s the little things in life, am I right? …
Garlic Shrimp Scampi is very simple to make, and takes little time as well. So it fits well even for the days when the schedule is bursting with activities. Which seems to be and more often these days.
Yet this is also a heathy meal, and gives us those vitamins and nutrients that only seafood can give. Shrimp is such a winner in this house, especially when combined with much-loved pasta.
Just make sure to defrost and drain the shrimp ahead of time, and it can be made in minutes.
Also make sure to check out my Creamy Garlic Tuscan Shrimp recipe. It’s either served with pasta or it alone for a Keto friendly recipe!
As well, you will want to check our How to Make Vietnamese Shrimp Salad Rolls – it’s so easy!
Enjoy!
Garlic Shrimp Scampi
Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta (I used angel hair)
- 1 lbs pre-cooked shrimp (deveined and peeled if needed)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 tbsp basil or parsley (chopped)
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- salt/pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the box directions. Best to leave it al dente.
- In the meantime, melt the butter in medium/high heat. Add the shrimp and garlic, cook 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper. Add the lemon juice and finish cooking the shrimp until it’s pink, which will take about 2 minutes.
- Once the pasta is cooked and drained, add it to a serving bowl. Stir in the olive oil, toss gently to coat {More olive oil may be needed}.
- Add the parmesan cheese.
- Pour the shrimp over the pasta and toss once more.
- Garnish with the basil or parsley and serve immediately.
Absolutely delicious many thanks for your recipe !
So simple and yet so very delicious! Thank you
This recipe is so simple..I made it today and it’s absolutely delicious!
Thank you so much..It’s a keeper and I will definitely make it on a regular basis! ????
DELICIOUS Light and refreshing. Wonderful summer evening dish