Shrimp Scampi
Classic shrimp scampi made with juicy shrimp sauteed in a buttery garlic white wine sauce with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon. Ready in just 20 minutes, this simple skillet dinner serves four over pasta or with crusty bread to soak up every drop of the pan sauce.
Servings: 4
Cost: $
Ingredients
- 1 large shrimp
- 1/2 unsalted butter
- 6 garlic
- 1/2 red pepper flakes
- 1/4 dry white wine or chicken broth
- 1 lemon juice
- 1 chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and Pepper To Taste
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels.
- Season the shrimp with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Aim for a smokin' hot grill!
- Place the seasoned shrimp directly on the grill grates.
- Grill for 2-3 minutes per side or until the shrimp are opaque and have a nice grill mark. Be careful not to overcook.
- In a large skillet or pan, melt 1/4 cup (half stick) of butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using). Sauté for 1-2 minutes until the garlic becomes aromatic.
- Pour in the white wine or chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
- Let it simmer for another 2 minutes to allow the alcohol to cook off.
- Add the remaining 1/4 cup of butter to the skillet, allowing it to melt and incorporate into the sauce.
- Stir in the lemon juice and chopped parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the grilled shrimp to the skillet, tossing them in the flavorful scampi sauce until well-coated. Let them soak up the goodness for a minute or two.
- Transfer the shrimp and sauce to a serving platter.
- Garnish with additional fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice if desired.