One-Pan Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Linguine
Quick shrimp cooked in a lemon-garlic sauce with linguine, ready in 20 minutes for a light weeknight dinner. This italian-inspired one pot ready in about 30 minutes pairs linguine, peeled and deveined shrimp, divided olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 500 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
- 1 lb, peeled and deveined shrimp
- 4 tbsp, divided olive oil
- 4 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup (optional) white wine
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup, chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add 12 oz linguine, and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and drain.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque; remove and set aside.
- Step 3: In the same skillet, add remaining 2 tbsp olive oil, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 4: Add lemon juice, white wine (if using), and 2 tbsp reserved pasta water; simmer for 1 minute to reduce slightly.
- Step 5: Add drained linguine, cooked shrimp, and 1/2 cup fresh parsley; toss to coat, adding more pasta water if needed to create a light sauce. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Step 6: Stir in 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese until melted, then serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Linguine take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 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 One-Pan Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Linguine?
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 from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Linguine?
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 One-Pan Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Linguine 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 One-Pan Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Linguine?
Italian one pot 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★★★
Simple and delicious.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
