Description
A creamy, cheesy Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake with tender shrimp, garlic-infused cream sauce, and melted cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 pound linguine or spaghetti
- 1/4 cup butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
- 2 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. Cook the linguine or spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until they’re pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp and set them aside.
5. Pour the white wine (or chicken broth) into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the liquid simmer for 2 minutes.
6. Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it thicken.
7. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat it in the creamy sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Transfer the pasta mixture to a large baking dish, spreading it evenly. Arrange the cooked shrimp on top.
9. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan and shredded mozzarella over the pasta and shrimp.
10. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
11. Remove the dish from the oven, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
For a heartier meal, consider swapping the shrimp for chicken or scallops.
Vegetable lovers can add sautéed spinach, cherry tomatoes, or roasted broccoli to the mix.
For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free pasta and substitute heavy cream with a non-dairy alternative.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg