15-Minute Garlic Shrimp Scampi (Printable)

Shrimp cooked in lemon butter garlic sauce, perfect for fast, flavorful meals any day.

# What You'll Need:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Aromatics

02 - 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
03 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

→ Sauce

04 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
05 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
06 - 1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
07 - Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
08 - Zest of 1 lemon

→ Herbs

09 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped

→ To Serve

10 - Cooked pasta, crusty bread, or steamed rice (optional)
11 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# How-To Steps:

01 - Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and lightly season with salt and black pepper.
02 - In a large skillet, warm olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat.
03 - Add minced garlic and optional red pepper flakes; cook for 30 seconds until fragrant without browning.
04 - Arrange shrimp in a single layer and cook 1–2 minutes per side until opaque and pink.
05 - Pour in white wine or broth and lemon juice, scraping pan to release browned bits; simmer 1–2 minutes to reduce slightly.
06 - Stir in remaining 1 tablespoon butter, lemon zest, and chopped parsley; toss to coat shrimp evenly.
07 - Remove from heat, adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed, and serve immediately over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Ready in just 15 minutes
  • Quick and vibrant flavors
02 -
  • Contains shellfish and dairy
  • Gluten may be present if served with bread or pasta
03 -
  • Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure shrimp cook evenly
  • Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor
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