The Best Shrimp Scampi with Linguine

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-06 · Updated 2026-04-06

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Plump shrimp sizzled in a garlic-lemon-butter sauce, served over al dente linguine, earning its place as the best seafood pasta for date nights. This Italian-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs shrimp, butter, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 400 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz, peeled and deveined shrimp
3 tbsp butter
2 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves, minced garlic
1/4 cup white wine
2 tbsp lemon juice
1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
12 oz linguine

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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, then drain and set aside.
Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp butter and 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, avoiding browning.
Step 3: Add 12 oz shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Pour in 1/4 cup white wine and 2 tbsp lemon juice, simmering for 2 minutes to reduce.
Step 4: Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley and add the drained linguine. Toss until coated, adding 2 tbsp pasta water if sauce needs thinning.