Quick Lemon-Herb Shrimp Scampi with Linguine
This Quick Lemon-Herb Shrimp Scampi with Linguine features succulent shrimp in a bright lemon-garlic sauce with fresh herbs, served over a bed of linguine. It's a fast and flavorful meal perfect for any night of the week.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Strainer
- Large skillet
- Tongs
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz linguine or quick-cooking pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
- lemon Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Cook linguine as directed on the package, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink; remove and set aside.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Pour in white wine or chicken broth and lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer for 1 minute.
- Return shrimp to the skillet, then add the cooked linguine, fresh parsley, and red pepper flakes, tossing to combine.
- If the sauce is too thick, add some reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is reached.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then serve the dish immediately.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider marinating the shrimp in a little olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper for 10-15 minutes before cooking. Adjust red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level.