Shrimp Scampi with Pasta

This easy Shrimp Scampi with Pasta is bursting with juicy shrimp, garlic butter, and a splash of lemony white wine sauce. It’s a restaurant-quality dish that comes together fast, perfect for busy weeknights or dinner guests! Tossed with tender linguine and finished with fresh parsley, this shrimp pasta is sure to impress with very little effort.

📝 Ingredients

• 16 oz linguine pasta (1 package)
• 4 tbsp butter (unsalted, divided)
• 4 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil (divided)
• 2 shallots (finely diced)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 1/4 tsp Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
• 1/2 cup dry white wine (or chicken broth as substitute)
• 1 lemon (juice)
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley (fresh parsley)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook linguine until just tender, about 6–8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2. 2In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter with 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat.
3. 3Add diced shallots, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 3–4 minutes until the shallots are soft.
4. 4Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pink and just cooked through. Remove shrimp and set aside.
5. 5Add white wine and lemon juice to the skillet. Scrape up any brown bits from the bottom using a wooden spoon.
6. 6Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons butter and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Bring to a gentle simmer.
7. 7Add the cooked linguine, cooked shrimp, and chopped parsley to the skillet. Toss everything together until well coated in the sauce.
8. 8Drizzle with a little extra olive oil before serving, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!