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Quick 15-Minute Shrimp Scampi with Linguine

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A fast, flavorful shrimp scampi with linguine and lemon, perfect for easy weeknight dinners. Ready in just 15 minutes, this dish balances buttery garlic sauce with fresh lemon zest and tender shrimp.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces linguine pasta
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Juice of 1 large lemon (about 3 tablespoons)
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine or low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup reserved pasta cooking water
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente (about 9–11 minutes). Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water before draining. Set pasta aside but keep warm.
  2. While pasta cooks, pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and freshly ground pepper.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  4. Reduce heat to medium. Add butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil to skillet. Once butter melts, add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté about 30 seconds until fragrant, avoiding browning the garlic.
  5. Pour in white wine or chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits. Simmer 1–2 minutes to reduce slightly.
  6. Stir in lemon juice and zest.
  7. Return shrimp to skillet. Add drained linguine and reserved pasta water. Toss gently until sauce coats pasta and shrimp evenly.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Sprinkle chopped parsley over the top.
  9. Serve immediately with a lemon wedge if desired.

Notes

Do not overcook shrimp to avoid rubbery texture. Use reserved pasta water to achieve a silky sauce. Fresh lemon juice and zest brighten the dish. If sauce is too thick, add more pasta water. Frozen shrimp can be used if thawed and dried properly. White wine can be substituted with chicken or vegetable broth.

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Keywords: shrimp scampi, quick dinner, linguine, lemon, garlic, easy weeknight meal, seafood pasta

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