Description
A quick and comforting Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound wild-caught large shrimp with shells
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
- 4 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/3 cup chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (or juice from 1/2 lemon)
- 1 tablespoon minced parsley
Instructions
- Prep the shrimp: Start by thawing the shrimp in cool water, removing the shells, and deveining them. Discard the shells, rinse, and drain the shrimp before transferring them to a small bowl.
- Marinate the shrimp: Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the shrimp, add half of the minced garlic, 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt, and the red pepper flakes. Toss everything together until well coated and let it sit for 20 minutes so the flavors can build.
- Cook the shrimp: In a large skillet, warm the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the marinated shrimp and garlic mixture to the skillet, spacing them evenly. Cook for about 1 to 1.5 minutes until they begin to turn opaque. Flip the shrimp and cook for another minute, keeping an eye on the garlic so it doesn’t burn. Once cooked, transfer the shrimp to a small plate.
- Make the sauce: In the same skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat and add the remaining garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, then stir in the chicken stock and lemon juice. Let the sauce cook for 5 minutes as it thickens and reduces by half, stirring occasionally.
- Finish the dish: Gently add the shrimp back to the skillet along with any juices. Stir in the last tablespoon of butter and season with an additional 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt or to taste. Sprinkle with minced parsley and cook for one more minute.
- Serve warm: Enjoy your Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi with crusty sourdough bread for dipping, or serve it over a comforting bed of pasta or rice.
Notes
Use the freshest shrimp you can find for the best flavor and texture. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 200mg