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Buttery Shrimp Scampi Pasta

Irresistible Buttery Shrimp Scampi Pasta for a Cozy Night In

Enjoy this Buttery Shrimp Scampi Pasta, a simple yet elegant dish perfect for cozy dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: PASTA
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz linguine or spaghetti or gluten-free options
For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb medium shrimp peeled and deveined
For the Sauce
  • 4 Tbsp butter essential for buttery flavor
  • 4-6 cloves garlic freshly minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth vegetable broth works as a substitute
For Garnish
  • 2 Tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the rest.
  2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until it's fragrant and golden, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add the shrimp to the skillet, cooking for about 3-5 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Make sure not to overcrowd the pan!
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle simmer. Toss in the cooked pasta along with a bit of the reserved pasta water and stir until well coated.
  5. Finally, season the dish with salt and pepper to your liking. Sprinkle fresh parsley on top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with crusty garlic bread to soak up every last bit of the delicious sauce.

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