Lemon Garlic Shrimp Scampi

This Lemon Garlic Shrimp Scampi recipe is easy to make and is sure to please your taste buds with the combination of garlic, lemon, and tasty shrimp.

10m

Prep Time

10m

Cook Time

Servings

Ingredients

1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

8 ounces linguine pasta

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

4 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Step 1

Cook the linguine pasta in a pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions, until al dente.

Step 2

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes, until pink and opaque.

Step 5

Add the lemon juice and crushed red pepper flakes and cook for 1-2 minutes, until heated through.

Step 6

Drain the cooked pasta and add it to the skillet with the shrimp.

Step 7

Toss the pasta with the shrimp and sauce until well combined.

Step 8

Sprinkle with parsley and Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.