Description
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food dish – Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake! This creamy, cheesy pasta bake combines the flavors of buttery shrimp scampi with the heartiness of a baked pasta casserole. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special occasion, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounce linguine or spaghetti
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoon butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp and set them aside.
- Pour the white wine (or chicken broth) into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the mixture simmer for 2 minutes.
- Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat it in the creamy sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer the pasta mixture to a large baking dish, spreading it evenly. Arrange the cooked shrimp on top.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan and shredded mozzarella over the pasta and shrimp.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake from the oven, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
The Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake is a satisfying and complete meal on its own, but you can also pair it with a variety of side dishes to make it even more special.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg