Italian-Style Shrimp Scampi with White Wine and Parsley
Juicy shrimp sautéed in a bright, buttery white wine sauce with garlic and fresh parsley, served over al dente linguine for a classic Italian seafood pasta. This italian-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs linguine pasta, extra virgin olive oil, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz linguine pasta
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 5 cloves, thinly sliced garlic cloves
- 1 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz linguine pasta and cook for 9 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
- Step 2: While pasta cooks, heat 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil and 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat until butter melts.
- Step 3: Add 5 thinly sliced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until garlic is fragrant but not browned.
- Step 4: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp, season with salt and black pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Step 5: Pour in 1/2 cup dry white wine and 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, simmering for 2 minutes until sauce slightly reduces.
- Step 6: Stir in the drained linguine, 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley, and 1/2 cup reserved pasta water, tossing for 1 minute until pasta is coated and sauce slightly thickens.
- Step 7: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, then serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Italian-Style Shrimp Scampi with White Wine and Parsley take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Italian-Style Shrimp Scampi with White Wine and Parsley?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep linguine pasta from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Italian-Style Shrimp Scampi with White Wine and Parsley?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Italian-Style Shrimp Scampi with White Wine and Parsley for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Italian-Style Shrimp Scampi with White Wine and Parsley?
Italian seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
