Spicy Shrimp Scampi with Garlic Bread
Succulent shrimp sautéed in a spicy garlic butter sauce, served alongside toasted garlic bread for a fast and flavorful seafood dinner. This italian-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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
- 1 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 5 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 small, sliced baguette
- 2 tbsp olive oil for bread
Instructions
- Step 1: Season 1 lb large shrimp with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes. Set aside.
- Step 2: Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange 1 small sliced baguette on a baking sheet, brush each slice with 2 tbsp olive oil, and bake for 6-8 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Step 3: While bread bakes, heat 1 tbsp olive oil and 4 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until butter melts and bubbles.
- Step 4: Add 5 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 5: Add seasoned shrimp to the skillet in a single layer, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Step 6: Stir in 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, tossing shrimp to coat evenly.
- Step 7: Serve shrimp immediately with the toasted garlic bread on the side.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Spicy Shrimp Scampi with Garlic Bread 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 Spicy Shrimp Scampi with Garlic Bread?
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 salt from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Shrimp Scampi with Garlic Bread?
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 Spicy Shrimp Scampi with Garlic Bread 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 Spicy Shrimp Scampi with Garlic Bread?
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.
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