Lemon Pepper Shrimp Scampi
Bright, zesty, and brimming with flavor, Lemon Pepper Shrimp Scampi is a quick and elegant dish that's perfect for weeknights or special occasions. Tender, succulent shrimp are lightly sautéed in a heavenly blend of butter, olive oil, and garlic, then infused with the vibrant tang of freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest, balanced by the warmth of cracked black pepper. A splash of dry white wine (or chicken broth) adds depth to the luxurious pan sauce, which is finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile recipe can be served over a bed of silky cooked pasta or paired with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the buttery lemon sauce. Perfectly simple yet impressively flavorful, it’s a seafood lover’s dream and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 Zest of one lemon
- 1.5 teaspoons Cracked black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Dry white wine or chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 12 ounces Cooked pasta (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Set aside.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat until the butter melts and starts to sizzle.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to let it brown.
Toss the shrimp into the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until pink, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side.
Sprinkle the salt, cracked black pepper, and lemon zest over the shrimp. Stir gently to evenly coat the shrimp with the seasoning.
Pour in the white wine (or chicken broth), and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the liquid to reduce slightly.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, lemon juice, and chopped parsley. Let everything cook for an additional minute to blend the flavors.
Taste and adjust salt or pepper as needed.
Serve the Lemon Pepper Shrimp Scampi hot over cooked pasta or alongside fresh crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1737 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.9 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.3 g | 166% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 981 mg | 327% | |
| Sodium | 2884 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 118.3 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.0 g | ||
| Protein | 130.6 g | 261% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 419 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1620 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
