Simple Garlic Shrimp Scampi Recipe
Learn how to make the best shrimp scampi with this simple, expert-led recipe. This dish uses fresh garlic, lemon, and butter for a perfect 20-minute meal
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Dry the shrimp with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook shrimp for 2 minutes per side until pink, then remove from pan.
- Lower heat to medium and melt butter in the same pan.
- Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes; cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in chicken broth and lemon juice. Simmer for 1-2 minutes.
- Return shrimp to the pan and toss in the sauce.
- Top with lemon zest and parsley before serving.