Bird's Easy Shrimp Scampi

Bird’s Easy Shrimp Scampi is a fast, flavorful seafood dish that combines succulent, pan-seared shrimp with a luscious garlic butter sauce infused with dry white wine (or chicken broth), fresh lemon juice, and a touch of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. This classic recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, taking just 20 minutes from start to finish, and can be elegantly served over al dente pasta or alongside crusty bread for a satisfying meal. Featuring fresh ingredients like parsley and garlic, this one-pan wonder delivers restaurant-quality results with minimal effort. Whether you’re a seafood enthusiast or looking for a quick dinner fix, this shrimp scampi recipe offers simplicity with gourmet flair!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 0.5 cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 8 ounces cooked pasta (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

If serving with pasta, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Reserve about 1/4 cup of the pasta water and set the pasta aside.

Step 2

Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with a pinch of salt and pepper.

Step 3

Heat 2 tablespoons of butter and the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet, stirring constantly, and cook for about 1 minute or until fragrant (be careful not to burn the garlic).

Step 5

Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side, just until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

Deglaze the skillet by adding the white wine (or chicken broth) and lemon juice. Stir well, scraping the bottom of the skillet to release any flavorful bits. Allow the mixture to simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter until melted and the sauce is silky.

Step 8

Add the cooked shrimp back into the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. If necessary, add a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.

Step 9

Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 10

Serve immediately over cooked pasta or with crusty bread to soak up the sauce. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(818.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1497.8

Total Fat 80.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1009.8mg	0%
Sodium 2056.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 78.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.1g	0%
Total Sugars 2.5g
Protein 123.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 240.4mg	0%
Iron 4.8mg	0%
Potassium 1447.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.2%

Protein: 32.4%

Carbs: 20.5%