March 22, 2026

Easy Shrimp Scampi Pasta with Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce

Name: Shrimp Scampi with Pasta
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp (- peeled & deveined); 2 tbsp fresh parsley (- chopped); 5 cloves garlic (- minced); 3/4 cup white cooking wine (- or chicken broth); 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 3 tbsp olive oil; 4 tbsp unsalted butter; salt (- to taste); black pepper (- to taste); 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (- optional); 12 oz linguini or spaghetti (- or your favorite pasta); 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

Easy Shrimp Scampi Pasta with Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce

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If you’re looking for a quick and delicious dinner that feels restaurant-quality, this easy shrimp scampi with pasta recipe is the perfect choice. Juicy, tender shrimp are sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce, then tossed with perfectly cooked pasta for a simple yet elegant meal. Finished with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, every bite is bright, savory, and satisfying. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe is ideal for those busy weeknights or for a cozy weekend dinner. Pair it with warm garlic or cheesy bread or a fresh salad, and you’ve got a meal everyone will love.

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Easy shrimp scampi pasta with garlic butter sauce and parmesan

Shrimp Scampi with Pasta

A quick and easy shrimp scampi pasta made with juicy shrimp, garlic butter sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a simple, flavorful meal perfect for any night of the week.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Servings: 4 people

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 480

Ingredients Method Video

Ingredients

1 lb large shrimp – peeled & deveined
2 tbsp fresh parsley – chopped
5 cloves garlic – minced
3/4 cup white cooking wine – or chicken broth
3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
3 tbsp olive oil
4 tbsp unsalted butter
salt – to taste
black pepper – to taste
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes – optional
12 oz linguini or spaghetti – or your favorite pasta
2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

Method

Cook Pasta

Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil.
Add the spaghetti and cook until it is just al dente—firm but tender.
Before draining, reserve 1/2 cup of the starchy cooking water to save for your sauce, then strain the pasta and set it aside.

Cook Shrimp

Heat olive oil and 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the shrimp and season with salt and pepper.
Cook the shrimp for 2 minutes per side.
Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Make Sauce

Using the same skillet to capture all that flavor, toss in the garlic and red pepper flakes.
Sauté for about a minute until the garlic is golden and fragrant, then deglaze the pan with the wine and lemon juice.
Let the sauce simmer for another 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and reduce slightly.

Combine Pasta with Sauce and Shrimp

Return the spaghetti and shrimp to the skillet along with the remaining butter.
Toss everything together well to ensure the pasta is glossy and completely coated in the garlic butter sauce.
If the sauce seems too thick, whisk in a tablespoon or two of your reserved pasta water to reach the perfect consistency.
Finish the dish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a generous dusting of Parmesan before serving immediately.

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Tips for a Quick and Delicious Shrimp Scampi Pasta

To ensure your meal hits the table at its peak, start sautéing the shrimp once the pasta has about five minutes left in the pot. This coordination allows the pasta and the garlic butter sauce to finish at the exact same time, preventing the shrimp from sitting and becoming rubbery.
For the perfect texture, pull your pasta from the water just as soon as it reaches that ideal al dente bite; this ensures it won’t turn soft once you combine it with the hot sauce.
Keep a close eye on your shrimp; don’t overcook them. Remove them as soon as they turn pink and tender.
Make sure to use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
Whisk in your reserved pasta water a little at a time—it’s the secret to achieving that glossy, restaurant-style finish.

How to Store this Shrimp Pasta

Ensure the pasta has reached room temperature before moving it to a sealed container. It will keep well in the fridge for up to three days, though you might notice the garlic butter sauce sets and thickens as it cools.
To reheat, simply stir in a small splash of broth or water to bring back that original, silky texture.

What to Serve with Shrimp Scampi Pasta

For a complete meal, you can simply serve this easy and quick shrimp scampi recipe for dinner with warm garlic bread and a side of fresh salad or soup.

Shrimp scampi pasta with lemon-garlic butter sauce, served with garlic bread and salad.

If you try this shrimp scampi with pasta recipe, I’d love to hear how it turned out for you. Leave a comment below and let me know what you served it with or how you made it your own. Don’t forget to save this recipe for later and share it with family and friends who enjoy easy, delicious Mediterranean meals!

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