The Best Homemade Shrimp Scampi Recipe – Ready in 20 Minutes!

Shrimp scampi is a timeless Italian-American dish loved for its rich garlic butter sauce, succulent shrimp, and a touch of white wine and lemon.

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Whether you're craving a restaurant-style dinner or need a quick and satisfying meal, this homemade shrimp scampi recipe is the perfect choice. Best of all, it’s ready in just 20 minutes!

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe Quick & Easy: Perfect for busy weeknights.

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Restaurant-Quality: Rich, buttery, and flavorful just like your favorite seafood spot. Customizable: Serve it over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread for a delicious meal.

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Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined 8 oz linguine or spaghetti (optional) 3 tbsp unsalted butter 2 tbsp olive oil 4 garlic cloves, minced ½ cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)

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Juice of 1 lemon ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional) Salt & black pepper to taste ¼ cup chopped parsley ½ cup grated Parmesan (optional)

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Cook pasta according to package instructions if using. Drain and set aside. In a large pan, heat olive oil and 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.

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Add shrimp, season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook until pink (about 2 minutes per side). Pour in wine and lemon juice. Let it simmer for 2 minutes.

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Toss with cooked pasta, parsley, and remaining butter. Serve warm with Parmesan.

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