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Garlic Butter Shrimp is a quick and delicious meal.

 This Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi is a quick and elegant dish bursting with flavor. Juicy shrimp are sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce, brightened with lemon juice and parsley, and served over pasta or with crusty bread for a restaurant-worthy meal in just 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • ¼ cup dry white wine or chicken broth
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • Cooked pasta or crusty bread for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter with the olive oil.
  2. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp in a single layer and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Cook for about 1–2 minutes per side, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
  5. Pour in the white wine (or chicken broth) and lemon juice. Simmer for 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly.
  6. Stir in chopped parsley and adjust seasoning as needed.
  7. Serve immediately over pasta or with warm crusty bread.

Notes

  • For extra richness, finish with a tablespoon of cold butter just before serving.
  • Add a pinch of parmesan for a cheesy twist.
  • Make it spicy with more chili flakes or a dash of cayenne.

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