The Best Shrimp Scampi with Linguine
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 ready in about 25 minutes pairs peeled and deveined 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.
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
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.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does The Best Shrimp Scampi with Linguine 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 The Best Shrimp Scampi 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 peeled and deveined shrimp from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in The Best Shrimp Scampi 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 The Best Shrimp Scampi 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 The Best Shrimp Scampi with Linguine?
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.
What others are saying
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Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
