
Why Make This Recipe
If you love seafood, this shrimp scampi recipe is a must-try. It tastes just like the one from Red Lobster, but you can make it at home easily and for less money. It’s perfect for a cozy dinner or to impress your family and friends.
The flavor is rich with butter, garlic, and lemon juice, and the shrimp are cooked just right. It’s a fast and simple meal, but it feels fancy and delicious. You can serve it with pasta, rice, or even crusty bread to soak up the tasty sauce.
This dish also cooks very quickly. That makes it great for busy nights when you want something good but don’t have much time. With just a few ingredients, you can have a restaurant-style meal on your table in minutes.
How to Make Famous Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi
Ingredients:
- 1 lb medium shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 tablespoon pure olive oil
- 2 tablespoons garlic (finely chopped)
- 1 ½ cups white wine (or chicken broth)
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
- 2 tablespoons parsley (finely chopped)
Directions:
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes until they start to turn pink.
- Remove shrimp from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the white wine (or chicken broth) and bring to a simmer.
- Add Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and lemon juice. Let it cook for 2 more minutes.
- Lower the heat and stir in the butter until melted and smooth.
- Return the shrimp to the pan and cook for another 2–3 minutes until fully cooked and coated with the sauce.
- Sprinkle with parsley and serve hot.
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