Linguine Shrimp Scampi in Lemon Wine Sauce
Creamy Linguine Shrimp Scampi in Lemon Wine Sauce is the perfect quick and elegant dinner recipe for seafood lovers! Juicy shrimp, buttery garlic sauce, fresh lemon, and tender linguine come together in one irresistible pasta dish that tastes restaurant-quality at home.
Ingredients
- 12 oz (340 g) linguine pasta
- 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- ½ cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Linguine: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving ½ cup pasta water.
- Prepare the Shrimp: Pat shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Sauté Garlic and Shrimp: In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking 30 seconds until fragrant. Add shrimp and sauté 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- Deglaze the Pan: Pour in white wine and lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits from the skillet. Let it simmer 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Make the Sauce: Lower heat and stir in remaining butter until melted. Add zest of 1 lemon and season with salt and pepper.
- Combine Shrimp and Pasta: Return shrimp to the skillet. Add cooked linguine and toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired sauce consistency. Sprinkle with fresh parsley.
- Serve Immediately: Plate the linguine and shrimp, drizzle with sauce, and garnish with lemon wedges.